Furniture news
Global Demand for Custom Outdoor Furniture Drives Manufacturer’s Competitive Strength in OEM/ODM Projects
This growing trend toward customization is reflected in rising demand for bespoke outdoor seating, dining sets, and furniture systems tailored to global commercial projects. Sources within the industry report that a leading commercial outdoor furniture manufacturer based in China has seen “notable growth” in custom OEM and ODM requests from clients across continents.
How AI-Driven Google Search Is Transforming SEO for the Furniture Industry
Google’s AI Overview (part of its Search Generative Experience) uses artificial intelligence to provide direct answers at the top of search results instead of just a list of links. For example, a search like “what are the best ergonomic chairs for long hours?” might show an AI-generated summary with recommendations, pros and cons, and key features — all before organic listings.
Historic JTB Furniture to Suspend Operations After Nearly a Century
JTB Furniture — a family-rooted manufacturer established in 1932 that later became part of Prime Hospitality in 2024 — confirmed it will shut down factory operations next month, a decision the company says reflects ongoing industry challenges and strategic realignment.
Google AI Overviews Are Reshaping Furniture Industry Visibility: What Furniture Brands, Retailers & Media Must Know
Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat is the Founder of SIB Infotech, a global digital transformation and SEO strategy firm. With decades of experience guiding industry-specific digital growth, he actively works with media platforms, manufacturers, and enterprises to future-proof their online presence in the age of AI-driven search.
GMADA Demolishes Illegal Furniture Market in New Chandigarh, Reinforcing Urban Regulations
In a decisive enforcement action, GMADA demolished more than 50 illegal structures belonging to an unauthorised furniture market operating in New Chandigarh. The move aims to uphold land-use regulations, reclaim public land, and send a clear signal that unapproved commercial activity will not be tolerated across the region.
Ghana Ministries Partner to Produce School Supplies and Furniture Through Prison Service Initiative
In a major step toward boosting domestic production and improving educational resources, the Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Education in Ghana have signed an MoU empowering the Ghana Prisons Service to produce at least 30% of sanitary pads, school uniforms, and school furniture. The initiative aims to support the education sector while promoting skills development and value-for-money public procurement.
January Furniture Show 2026 Set to Make a Big Impact at NEC Birmingham
The January Furniture Show (JFS) — now in its 36th edition — will bring together more than 500 leading furniture and interiors brands, showcase 50,000+ products across four curated halls, and attract around 20,000 buyers, retailers, designers and specifiers from the UK, Europe and beyond. With major brands launching new collections for 2026, JFS is widely acknowledged as the starting point for the year’s furniture buying cycle and a major business opportunity for trade professionals.
Emerging Furniture Startups Redefine the Sector with Innovation, E-Commerce and Circular Economy Models
A wave of furniture startups is gaining traction in 2025 and 2026, blending digital retail, flexible models, sustainability and design. From East Asia to Latin America, companies are carving niches that challenge traditional retail and manufacturing patterns.