Roca Group’s board member Ferran Vilaclara is visiting India to assess the growth potential of the market and announce fresh investments for capex and new categories. There are indications that India is to be developed as an export hub for bathroom fittings by the 1.8 billion euro Spanish sanitaryware major. Global bathroom fittings leader Roca
Bathroom fittings major Roca Bathroom Products has become a case study in crisis management. ‘Leadership – Roca Parryware Navigates the Pandemic’ shows how the company’s leadership navigated the crisis with grit and eventually rebounded. Surviving the Pandemic When the Indian government announced a nationwide lockdown on March 23, 2020, the Roca India management was ready.
In a bid to deepen the public awareness around the usage of toilets, sanitaryware major Roca has launched #GoRight digital campaign to mark World Toilet Day. “Given the current scenario, hygiene and sanitization are of paramount importance to lead a healthy and safe lifestyle. As we all practice these new normal norms, it is equally
Affordable bath solutions major Johnson Pedder, a brand owned by Roca Group, has registered a 100% rebound rate despite limitations set by Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdown. The company has attributed the growth to its hygiene-focused product expansion as well as digital initiatives for customers. “It has been a surreal experience for us to take Johnson
Sanitaryware major Roca has launched the new Sanware collection in the country. Designed by the Brazilian architect RuyOhtake, the new collection has been developed using the company’s “exclusive” Fineceramic, an “ultrafine” ceramic material with a thickness of 5 mm that allows the production of pieces 40% lighter and 30% more resistant than conventional basins, with
Eyeing to tap into the country’s evolving bathroom market, Roca Bathroom Products Pvt Ltd (RBPPL) has launched Karnataka’s maiden display studio in Bengaluru. Spread across an area of 4,400 sft, this would be company’s seventh display studio in the country after Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Kochi, Lucknow, Chandigarh, and Chennai. “We are delighted to launch our first
As the countdown to the Union Budget 2020-21 has begun, KE Ranganathan, managing director of Roca Bathroom Products Pvt Ltd is hoping that the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will rationalise the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for the domestic bath fittings industry. “We would urge the centre to rationalise GST to 5% from the
Superb move by the Government to stimulate corporate savings which will get channelised into investments, better pay, promotions ..which will directly stimulate demand. Corporate taxes have been on a high side for some time now, and this move is the right one. Hope this decision is not just for 1 year but continues forever. I
We are Water Foundation (WAWFI), the CSR wing of Roca Bathroom Products, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Plumbing Skills Council (IPSC) to train 1,600 plumbers across the country, including 700 women plumbers. Operating under the aegis of National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC), the initiative aims at providing training to plumbing workforce
Roca India managing director KE Ranganathan was in New Delhi a couple of days back to launch the artistically designed bathroom collection Artitude (Art+Attitude). In an exclusive interaction with Sourcing Hardware, he shared his advisory to channel partners for achieving retail excellence Renovation Timely renovation of retail outlets is extremely important. Take the example of
We Are Water Foundation, the CSR wing of Roca, has partnered with Indian Plumbing Skills Council (IPSC) to train 700 women and a total of 1,600 beneficiaries across India in the field of plumbing. Accordingly, a skill development program under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be conducted by IPSC for the plumbing workforce, with
Bathroom products major Parryware has forayed into the household plumbing pipe segment. It has introduced cPVC pipes and fittings, which are used for potable hot and cold water distribution systems. To begin with, the company will roll out its range in south India where it has a strong foothold. Parryware is the flagship brand of
ROCA has introduced exquisite Puzzle shower collection, which features six rejuvenating body jets and compact hand shower. Providing a 360° bathing experience, the multi-functional shower collection allows users to create a customised hydro massage shower space. The collection comes with thermostatic built-in shower mixer with 3three, 4 four and 5five-way diverters. The overhead shower is
ROCA has introduced Naia faucets in cylindrical and square geometric shapes, offering a seamless blend of character and sophistication. The mixers are available in four heights ensuring adaptability to all types of basins. The ceramic cartridge is the mechanical heart of the faucets and is equipped with cold start technology, which offers convenience of cold,
Seeking to expand its footprint, bathroom products manufacturer Roca Bathroom Products Pvt Ltd is looking at south India. To this end, Roca launched its first Roca and Parryware Display Studio in Kochi. The display studio was recently inaugurated by managing director K E Ranganathan in the presence of renowned architects, developers and trade associates. Spread
ROCA’s newest addition is the Escuadra Pure range, marked by square shapes and crystal handles with anti-vandal qualities. EverShine® technology accords a long lasting mirror shine to the cutting glass handles, making them anti-corrosive, bright and scratch-proof. The range consists of three-hole basin mixer with 116mm spout, three-hole deck-mounted bath mixer, four-hole deck-mounted bath shower
Bathroom products maker Roca has introduced Escuadra Pure, a new range of faucets showcasing elegance with modern design by bringing together square shapes with exclusive crystal handles. This is an extension of the existing Escuadra series and has been designed for those in search of luxury solutions for their bathrooms. The handles in the collection
This will increase the company’s manufacturing capacity of plastic toilet seat covers and polymer cisterns by one million pieces annually, and expand its total production capacity to four million plastic pieces. Sanitaryware major Roca Bathroom Products Pvt Ltd (RBPPL) has acquired a plastics factory in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. The acquisition of the plastics factory is
In 2006 it was a perfect strategic move by Roca, the global leader in bathroom solutions that will celebrate its centenary next year, to acquire market leader and Indian legacy brand Parryware. But in business, landscapes can change dramatically and leadership status can be ephemeral. Parryware, the top-of-the-mind recall brand in its category, is coping
As there is nothing as natural as cleaning yourself with water, In-Wash® is the most sensible solution for the personal hygiene, and has been developed by an international team of designers and engineers in the bathroom sector. Its soft curves, minimalistic design and simple geometry make it an attractive product for dynamic professionals, families with
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