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Somfy Oceania has a new leader with Henri Laniece taking the reins following the retirement of Stephen Eggleton. James Boston caught up with Henri to discuss his appointment, his background in Asia and what the future holds for Somfy Oceania.

The Window Shading Association of Australia (WSAA) became the first non-European country to support Global Shading Day. Held on 21 March, the WSAA joined the initiative that highlights the essential role of solar shading in energy efficiency and climate resilience.

The Window Shading Association of Australia (WSAA) has formed four state-based event committees, with the plan to offer regular member-driven events across the country.

Now available as part of the Somfy Smart Shading offer is the new WireFree Li-ion Zigbee Solar Panel Kit.

Michael Shaw, director at Boronia Manufacturing, confirms that the company has launched a new product to meet market demand for design elegance and practical functionality.

Ziptrak outlines the power of event sponsorship through its engagement as official shade sponsor for Tour Down Under.

While visualisation tools via 3D and Augmented Reality (AR) have emerged in many home product industries in the last decade, the window furnishings industry has lagged behind.

Blinds by Peter Meyer (BBPM) has forged an exclusive partnership with Griesser, bringing some of Europe’s finest External Venetian Blinds to the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Phantom Screens’ retractable screens continue to lead the market in innovation, style and versatility according to Phantom Screens Sales Development Manager Anthony Gomez.

The Australian Window Furnishings industry now has a set of internationally trademarked Qualified Logos that recognise businesses whose employees and contractors have met independent qualification standards - including for example the MSF30919 Certificate III in Blinds, Awnings, Security Screens, and Grilles.