The latest news for pool and spa professionals

The manufacturer of pool safety cover solutions has officially launched its training programme dedicated to professionals.
On Thursday 19 November, Piscine Global 2026 will host Aqualie, an event entirely dedicated to collective aquatic equipment and challenges facing public and private operators. 
Heritage Pool Supply Group has announced the acquisition of Aquafinity, a US wholesale distributor of commercial pool equipment, chemicals and supplies. The move marks a further step in Heritage’s expansion into the commercial aquatics sector.
The new edition of EuroSpaPoolNews Special SPRING 2026, an issue dedicated to products and innovations for the season, is now available in an interactive digital version.
The Fluidra Foundation, Fluidra and the Pasqual Maragall Foundation have launched “Unforgettable Pools”, a pioneering project aimed at adapting swimming pools to the needs of people with cognitive impairment and advancing knowledge on the benefits of aquatic physical activity.
Issue 67 of Spécial PROS, the leading French trade magazine for pool and spa professionals, is now available online. Published five times a year in French and widely distributed across France and neighbouring French-speaking markets, the magazine provides in-depth analysis of one of Europe’s...
Philippe Weber has joined Hayward® as Western Europe Sales Director, with responsibility for France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
In the 15th Swimmingpool Podcast International, the 2 experts - Angela herrmann (Behncke) and Michael Visser - Schmalenberger) introduce us to Roy Peeters, General Manager of Aquadeck. 
SPECK is strengthening its presence in the French with the appointment of Antoine Liber to a newly created strategic role, effective from 1 April 2026. With more than 20 years of international experience in the pool industry, he joins the company to help drive the development of the French market...
In response to new consumer expectations around comfort, connectivity and ease of use for pool equipment, SCP Benelux is adapting both its product offering and its services. Its objective is to remain a key partner for pool professionals by helping them respond effectively to these new challenges,...
At a press meeting organised in Frankfurt, the Interbad team brought together journalists from across Europe, including EuroSpaPoolNews, to present the latest developments in the German pool market and unveil the main highlights of Interbad 2026. Combining site visits, the discovery of exemplary...
From 11 to 13 March 2026, Vágner Pool, a Czech manufacturer and distributor of swimming pool equipment, hosted its Open Days, an event dedicated to its B2B partners. More than 150 companies attended, mainly from the Czech Republic, along with partners from Slovakia and Germany.
Since 1 January 2025, CCEI has become CCEI Pool France. Alongside this name change, the company has undergone a wider reorganisation under the leadership of Guillaume Uda, Managing Director France. The objective is to deliver “absolute service”, with closer support for customers, particularly...
At the beginning of the year, the TSPH Group brought together some of its distributors at its industrial site in Simandre (Burgundy) for its annual seminar. This was a particularly structuring edition, as it marked the first joint meeting of the group’s three brands: Aboral Piscines, LPW Pools...
Bluedrops and the LDD Group announce their collaboration and together form #teampooloftomorrow. The two companies are building a bridge between the world of online retail and the practice of on-site installation.
The new issue of EuroSpaPoolNews Special Benelux 2026 is now available online. Dedicated to professionals in the pool and spa sector across Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, this edition provides a comprehensive overview of current market dynamics, from evolving usage trends to technical...
The well-known product designed to repair plumbing and structural leaks in pools, spas and hot tubs is now featured on a newly redesigned and modernised website.
At the helm of Fluidra Deutschland GmbH since last September, René Schlößer is also the Managing Director of Fluidra Benelux. He is now driving a new momentum with a name change that carries strong significance.
The American group Latham Group, a specialist in the design, manufacture and marketing of in-ground residential swimming pools, has announced the acquisition of Freedom Pools Australia, a fiberglass pool manufacturer and installer operating in Australia and New Zealand. The transaction was...
2026 marks a special milestone for OCEA International as the company celebrates its 30th anniversary. Over the past three decades, service, quality, innovation and reliability have not only been core values for the company, but have also formed the solid foundation for its growth and the...
The Night of the Pools 2026 took place on 29 January in Wavre, bringing together 180 participants, including representatives from 34 companies, 25 distributors and 2 trade magazines.
The Portuguese Pool Professionals Association (APP) has announced the appointment of João Couchinho, Managing Director of Fluidra Portugal, as the new President of the association. The announcement was made in Lisbon on 5 January 2026.
In April 2026, EuroSpaPoolNews will publish the new Special Switzerland / Austria 2026 edition, dedicated to professionals in the pool, spa and wellness sector across Switzerland, Austria, Liechtenstein and neighbouring regions.
On the occasion of SPATEX 2026, EuroSpaPoolNews met with Chris Hayes, Managing Director of the British Swimming Pool Federation (BSPF). In this video interview, Chris Hayes reflects on the evolution of the exhibition as it celebrates its 30th anniversary, outlines the Federation’s strategic...
XLeisure once again confirmed its role as the meeting point for all segments of the leisure industry, delivering solid figures, topical themes and high-quality networking: +23% exhibition space growth, more than 150 exhibiting companies, 8,000 visitors and over 100 conferences, workshops and live...
The water leisure industry is alive and well!  Registering a 14 per cent year-on-year increase in visitor attendance for the recent 30th anniversary edition of SPATEX - the UK’s only dedicated water leisure exhibition recorded its highest number of exhibitors and visitors at its Coventry...
iGarden, the innovative brand under Fairland Group, enters a strategic partnership with the French National Swimming Federation (Fédération Française de Natation, FFN), marking a collaboration between professional aquatic sports and intelligent water environment technologies. 
Discover Spécial PROS #66, the leading French trade publication for pool professionals, offering strategic insights into the 2026 market outlook, industry trends and key sector developments.
The Special SPRING 2026 magazine offers enhanced visibility across the European market in print and digital formats in five languages.
New BSPF President Dorian Davies discusses UK and European market trends in an insightful video interview recorded at SPATEX 2026.
Honouring outstanding achievements, technical excellence, and sustainable practices, the British Pool & Hot Tub Awards 2026 celebrated the very best in the swimming pool, spa, wellness, and hot tub industry, recognising companies that set new benchmarks for quality, creativity, and sustainability....
In 2026, the leading international trade show for the Pool and Wellness industry returns to Lyon Eurexpo! The industry's largest international showcase will once again welcome exhibitors and brands presenting innovative solutions that address current challenges in private pools, public pools,...
iGarden, the innovative brand of Fairland Group, and the Fédération Française de Natation (FFN) have officially launched an exclusive strategic partnership, marking an important milestone for the development of smart aquatic technologies in France.
Irripiscine announces the appointment of Naty López as Managing Director of the Group, a strategic governance move aimed at consolidating the network’s leadership in France and supporting its international development.
Alex Kemsley, Managing Director of Waterstream, has been awarded an ISPE Fellowship, the highest distinction granted by the Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers (ISPE). This honour recognises his long-standing contribution to both the UK swimming pool industry and to the Institute during a period...
EuroSpaPoolNews publishes its new Speciale ITALIA 2026, an edition providing clear insights into the Italian swimming pool market, its specific characteristics and the key players driving its development. The edition will be distributed at ForumPiscine 2026, Italy’s reference event for the pool...
Chris Hayes, Managing Director of the British Swimming Pool Federation (BSPF), provides Eurospapoolnews readers with a comprehensive update on developments in the UK wet leisure sector over the past year.
The 13th ATRAX – International Attraction, Park, Sports and Recreation Areas Exhibition welcomed 17,922 visitors this year, recording a remarkable 74% increase in national attendance and a 26% increase in international visitors compared to 2025. 
Quentin Gagnieux has been appointed Managing Director of Tubs Parts, bringing strong expertise in the European spa market to support the company’s continued development.
At Piscina Barcelona, Andres Gomez, Vice President of Sales at AIPER, explains how the brand’s connected technologies and user-centric design have been recognised with the “Innovative Product for Connectivity” award, highlighting a new vision for smart pool cleaning.
For nearly thirty years, Abrisud has been reshaping the French pool market with its innovative pool enclosures and covers. Today, the company is setting its sights on international expansion with a clear ambition: to increase the share of export revenue from 16% to 30% within three years.
With 42 speakers in the SPATEX double seminar programme: enhance your skills! From CPD-accredited ISPE technical workshops in Arena 1 to STA and PWTAG seminars in Arena 2... find the subject you need.   
The EuroSpaPoolNews UK Special 2026 Journal provides an overview of the British pool and spa market. The edition is distributed at SPATEX 2026 and available in digital format.
Elecro’s new facilities feature dedicated showroom and testing areas, supporting innovation in pool heating and water treatment technologies.
Latham Group, a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand, has announced the appointment of Sean Gadd as Chief Executive Officer. This appointment, effective since 20 January 2026, marks a new chapter for the...
ForumPiscine 2026 invites you to Bologna from 11 to 13 February to discover the latest pool, spa, fitness and outdoor solutions.
Maytronics announces the appointment of Rafael Benami as CEO to lead the company into its next phase of innovation and global growth.
Poolcorp has announced a leadership change within its Australian operations, Pool Systems Australia, with the appointment of Frank Petruccelli as General Manager – Australia, effective immediately.
T&A supports pool professionals with tailor-made automatic cover solutions specifically designed for swimming pool renovation projects and existing pools.
In a video, exhibitors and professionals share what makes SPATEX a must-attend event for the UK water leisure industry.
Aqua Technics Pools has added yet another accolade to its growing collection of UK and international awards. Its UK dealer, XL Pools of Ashford, Kent, received the Bronze Award in the Domestic Spas category at the recent EUSA Awards, held during the Piscina 2025 expo in Barcelona. 
From 6 to 8 October 2026, Messe Stuttgart will once again become the meeting point for the international swimming pool, sauna, and spa industry. Covering 26,800 m², interbad 2026 will showcase the full spectrum of products and solutions—from pool and wellness technology to spa design, saunas,...
Fluidra has agreed to acquire 100% of Variopool Holding BV, headquartered in the Netherlands. The company is a specialist in the design, production, and installation of movable swimming pool floors and walls, as well as aquatic playgrounds and underwater windows. 
At Piscina Barcelona, Terrence Liu, Director of Fairland Group, presents the iGarden ecosystem strategy, outlining the brand’s evolution from inverter pool heat pumps to a comprehensive outdoor living platform combining pool, garden and future outdoor technologies.
Early Bird Tickets for World Sauna Forum 2026 are now on sale! A €200 discount is offered until 31 January 2026. The event will take place on 9-11 June 2026 in Jyväskylä, Finland. 
EuroSpaPoolNews wishes a very happy 2026 to professionals in the swimming pool and spa sector and outlines its perspectives, editorial priorities and key highlights for the year ahead.
The dynamic meeting point of the pool, spa and aquatic attractions industry in Istanbul is preparing to open its doors from 15 to 17 January 2026. The 5th edition of the exhibition will gather pool professionals around aquatic attractions, pool-spa systems and water animations.
The FBP's "Swimming Pools Night" will take place on January 29, 2026, at Wavre Indoor Karting. Starting at 4 PM, a program of professional networking events awaits visitors. Register now!
Peraqua, the specialist in the development and production of smart technologies for pools supports its partners with access to training, webinars, and workshops at the Peraqua Academy.
Waterplay® Australia is celebrating another major win as the Gipps Street Recreation Precinct has been named Community Facility of the Year at the 2025 Parks and Leisure Australia National Awards of Excellence.
EuroSpaPoolNews looks back on some of the highlights of the past year and extends its warmest wishes to all professionals in the pool, spa and wellness sector.
At Piscina Barcelona, Vincent Quéré, General Manager Europe at Wybotics, presents the brand’s vision for intelligent, cordless and solar-powered pool cleaners, combining AI-driven performance, ease of use and a strong European after-sales structure.
Since 1945, Behncke has stood for the Bavarian entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and top-quality manufacturing. It started as a small workshop in Putzbrunn and has grown into a highly specialized system provider for swimming pool technology – with in-house stainless steel and GRP production...
Spain is now emerging as one of the most dynamic pool markets in Europe. This vitality is largely driven by the progressive structuring of the market and the collective efforts led by ASOFAP, the Spanish Association of Pool Industry Professionals. 
A dedicated edition for the Italian market, with enhanced distribution at ForumPiscine 2026.
At Piscina Barcelona 2025, Steven Gallagher, Sales Director Europe at HTH, presents the group’s innovations in digital monitoring, energy efficiency and sustainable water treatment for swimming pools.
This special 30th anniversary SPATEX isn’t just the UK’s biggest water leisure showcase; in continuing its quest to offer the UK’s most up-to-the-minute and authoritative guidance in the management of water leisure facilities, the 2026 event has its best double seminar programme to date. 
On the occasion of its 25th anniversary, International Media Communication (IMC), publisher of EuroSpaPoolNews, kicked off its anniversary year at Piscina Barcelona 2025, one of the major international events in the sector, held from 17 to 20 November in Barcelona.
The Special UK 2026 edition, dedicated to the British pool, spa and wellness market, will be distributed at SPATEX and across all EuroSpaPoolNews digital platforms.
The German company fluvo® (Schmalenberger GmbH + Co. KG) has announced a strategic partnership with the Italian manufacturer Teclumen, a specialist in high-end lighting solutions for pools, spas and architectural projects. This collaboration brings together two family-owned companies that share...
Discover the episode 14 of the SwimmingPool International Podcast from the experts: Angela Herrmann and Michael Visser (Behcnke - Schmalenberger). They met Robert van der Maat, International account manager from Holland Aqua Sight to talk about underwater windows and movable swimming pool floors...
Since 1988, Aquavia Spa has established itself as a European leader in spas, swim spas, and wellness solutions. Its evolution, from importing spa shells to local manufacturing, reflects a firm commitment to innovation and design.
BIO-UV Group (Euronext Growth® – FR001334549 – ALTUV), a specialist in water treatment and disinfection solutions using UV, ozone, salt electrolysis and AOP, announces three key appointments as part of its ongoing development and strategic transformation.
According to the organiser, with more than 17,000 trade visitors (+20% vs 2023) and 428 exhibitors from 30 countries, Piscina Barcelona 2025 has closed on a very positive note, confirming its status as a major European event for the pool, wellness and outdoor sectors.
At Piscina & Wellness Barcelona 2025 Fairland Group is turning the show into a live showcase of what AI powered pools and gardens can become. In the Call Novedades New Product Showcase nearly one third of all new products originate from Fairland Group which is launching more than 15 categories of...
The Pool Industry Promotions (PIP) Committee is delighted to announce the appointment of Arun Sarna as its new Chair. Arun brings a wealth of experience and industry insight to the role, having been an active member of the PIP Committee since 2017.
Now we know who builds the most beautiful swimming pools in Europe this year. Because on November 19th, the winners of the European swimming pool prize, the EUSA AWARD 2025, were announced at Piscina in Barcelona. 
Five finalists per category were selected by a committee of recognized professionals to participate in the Piscina Barcelona Innovation Awards. The winners were announced on Monday, November 17th at 6:00 PM at the trade show.
Discover in preview the bilingual edition of EuroSpaPoolNews Special Barcelona 2025, celebrating innovation, sustainability and the vitality of the European pool sector.
The Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association (SPATA) has announced the appointment of Amanda Thompson-Smith as the new Chair of the SPATA National Council, succeeding Jon Herbert.
Approximately 28.000 trade visitors from over 125 countries and more than 865 exhibitors from 46 nations packed the halls, creating an inspiring atmosphere on the Cologne trade fair grounds. This corresponds to an increase in visitors of over 11 per cent compared to 2023.
Schmalenberger is opening a new chapter in its corporate history: with the entry of Timon Rogg into the management, the family business has now entered its fourth generation. 
In 2025, Hayward celebrates a century of innovation and excellence in the swimming pool industry. What began in 1925 as a small Brooklyn workshop founded by Irving Hayward has grown into a global company operating in more than 100 countries. 
On October 8 and 9, SCP Europe brought together 48 partner manufacturers and more than 180 employees from across Europe at the Rungis International Market. This iconic distribution and logistics venue hosted a new edition of Skill Power Days, focused on innovation and experience sharing.
Exhibiting and co-exhibiting companies at this edition were invited to showcase innovations that stand out for sustainability or connectivity in the Innovation Zone to enter the competition.
TSPH – The Swimming Pool Hub – brings together three European one-piece pool brands that perfectly complement each other: LPW Pools, Flexline and Aboral Piscines. Born in 2020, the group offers German professionals a unique range of solutions, from high-end vinyl ester to more accessible...
It is a privilege to welcome all professionals from the pool, wellness and outdoor living sectors to Piscina Barcelona 2025, which will be held from 17 to 20 November at Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via venue. This edition, which has grown by 22% in exhibition space compared to 2023, not only...
The international event dedicated to the pool and spa universe will take place at BolognaFiere from February 11 to 13, 2026, bringing together ForumPiscine, Outex and ForumClub under a unified format. ForumPiscine is part of XLeisure – The Sport and Recreation Factory – a project promoted by...
iGarden, an innovative sub-brand bringing joyful, artful living to families worldwide under the Fairland Group (a world-class technology company in intelligent outdoor ecosystem established in 1999), has announced a strategic partnership with SCP Distributors LLC, one of the largest distributors...
SPATA (Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association) and BISHTA (British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association) have unveiled their new brand identities, marking a bold step into the future of the UK wet leisure industry.
The Czech manufacturer and wholesaler of pool technology - which celebrated its 30th anniversary last year – benefits from 30 years of experience. The company is entering 2025 with major innovations and some news.
EuroSpaPoolNews Special Germany 2025 is now available online! Explore the latest innovations, trends and news from the pool, spa and wellness industry in Germany and across Europe, ahead of aquanale 2025 in Cologne.
With more than 700 brands and 400 companies from the pool, wellness and outdoor sectors representing 30 countries, Piscina Barcelona will open its doors from 17 to 20 November 2025 in Barcelona, doubling the area dedicated to outdoor equipment, further consolidating its position as an...
Alukov celebrates 30 years of innovation and expertise in custom enclosures, offering sustainable outdoor living solutions for pools, spas and patios.
The countdown has begun! From 28 to 31 October 2025, Cologne will welcome the international sauna, swimming pool and wellness community to aquanale 2025. EuroSpaPoolNews and its Special Germany 2025 magazine will be there!
With the support of the Bundesverband Schwimmbad & Wellness e.V. (BSW), Dr Bill Kent will present, on Tuesday, October 28th 5 pm to 5.30 pm, the mission, successes, and global benefits of Every Child A Swimmer to an international audience. 
The pool and wellness sector provides precisely what people need when times get tough – and it has adapted to the changing conditions. At aquanale, taking place in Cologne from 28 to 31 October 2025, the industry will showcase how sustainable water enjoyment can be achieved and how to meet both...
The leading international fair for the Pool and Wellness sector is back for a new edition in 2026. You can book your stand today by contacting the fair organiser. The 2024 edition attracted a full house with 24,000 professionals players from the sector attending the event. In addition to the...
René Schlößer takes over as Managing Director of Fluidra Deutschland GmbH. He is a well-known figure in the industry: as General Manager of Sibo Fluidra Netherlands and Fluidra Belgium, he has already made a strong impact and will continue to hold both positions alongside his new role.
Sauna From Finland partners aquanale 2025 and will showcase a new way to experience authentic Finnish sauna culture with its Finnish Sauna Lounge in Cologne.