UK: Saint-Gobain subsidiary British Gypsum has launched Thistle MultiFinish gypsum wallboard finish. The producer says that the finish retains the same formulation and performance characteristics as existing products that require trowel finishing, while also being suitable for spray application. The company carried out tests on plasterboard using Agrekom Spray Plaster, Kosner MK20, Predator Pro Spray Plus and TurboMax TX770 spray applicators.

British Gypsum notes that spray application of finishes best suits mid- to large-scale construction projects.

Kazakhstan: Knauf Gips Kapchagay has launched Sapfir gypsum wallboard. In a post to LinkedIn, deputy sales director Andrey Kresler told followers that the product combines moisture, fire and impact resistance with increased sound insulation capabilities.

Canada/US: Knauf’s North American subsidiaries CGC and USG have launched new Sheetrock gypsum wallboard products in their respective markets. CGC has launched Sheetrock Ultralight ProPanel gypsum wallboard in Canada, while USG has launched Sheetrock Ultralight Tough gypsum wallboard in the US. CGC describes the Sheetrock Ultralight ProPanel as ‘The industry’s first lightweight 12.7mm gypsum panel,’ while USG described Sheetrock Ultralight Tough as ‘engineered to survive the bumps, drops, and daily demands of the job.’ A new formulation reportedly strengthens the board’s edges.

USG said that production at additional plants will follow the original regional launches.

Philippines: The government has enacted anti-dumping duties of 8.5% on imports of gypsum wallboard from Thailand-based Gypman Tech and of 9.2% on those from other Thai exporters. BusinessWorld News has reported that the measures will remain in force until the end of February 2031.

An investigation by the Department of Trade and Industry found that 71% of imports and 40% of total consumption of gypsum wallboard between 2019 and September 2024 was ‘dumped.’