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The Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona now boasts the world’s tallest church tower at 162.91 metres, after Gartner’s installation team mounted a 7.25-metre-tall component for the glass cross. This 17-metre-high structure, made of glass, steel, and ultra-high-performance concrete, features four arms spanning around 13.5 metres. Here are the details.

From 19 September to 17 October of this year, the European Commission gathered stakeholders’ feedback on the next steps of the New European Bauhaus. Announced in 2020, this is a transdisciplinary initiative which aims at supporting several of the European Commission’s political priorities.

The Sanco Group has welcomed two new members – Vetreria Cappelletti & Roleri s.r.l. from Italy and Euroglass Sp. z o.o. from Poland – further expanding its presence across Europe.

With Vetrogard Attack RC2.21, Vetrotech has introduced an innovative safety glass for anti-panic doors that entirely eliminates the need for polycarbonate. Despite the absence of a plastic interlayer, the glass meets resistance class RC2 according to EN 1627/1630. It is lighter, thinner and brighter than conventional solutions – ideal for modern emergency exit and door systems.

With its new extension in Ratingen, mobility service provider DKV Mobility has not only created a modern working environment for up to 500 employees, but has also made a statement for sustainable office architecture. The facade features large-format glass elements made from Cool-Lite SKN 165 solar control glass from Saint-Gobain Glass.

An elegant city villa in northern Hamburg, Germany impressively demonstrates how modern sun shading not only protects against sun, wind, and rain, but also makes an architectural statement. The owners wanted a comprehensive shading concept that combined functionality, comfort, and design. Four different awning systems from markilux were used, stylishly complementing the facade, balcony, terrace, and garden.

With the establishment of Hegla Iberica, Hegla is reaffirming its commitment to the Spanish and Portuguese glass industry. The branch is based in Nigrán (Province of Pontevedra) in Spain and will strengthen the local service offering. “Hegla Iberica stands for maximum customer advice, reliable services and strong partnerships on the Iberian Peninsula,” emphasizes Hegla Managing Director Bernhard Hötger.

Uplifter GmbH, a specialist in modern lifting and vacuum technology, announces a new strategic partnership with Dutch manufacturer Aerolift Industrials B.V. Here is the background to the new alliance.

Founded in 2004 in Carei, Romania, OviBest has grown from a small workshop with just a few employees to a company of around 80 people. While the company began with PVC window production, today its main focus is on glass manufacturing, producing a wide range of IGUs, as well as tempered and laminated glass. To find out how Glaston’s Autopilot system supports them, click here.

The BE-AM 2025 Symposium at Formnext in Frankfurt will bring together international experts to present the latest advances in additive manufacturing for architecture and construction. Alongside the symposium, the BE-AM Exhibition will showcase innovative 3D-printed prototypes, furniture and building components from 18 to 21 November. For more details, click here.

The Swiss manufacturer will be presenting a new version of its premium spacer from Swisspacer, Swisspacer Ultimate, in September 2025: Swisspacer Ultimate | Nyxé. The product features a completely black design and is made from 33% recycled materials. Here are the details.

Satinal, the Italian manufacturer of the Strato interlayers for laminated safety glass, announced the upcoming opening of a new facility in Southern Italy. Here are more details.