TAU has acquired the Porcelanatto trademark from Porcelanatto S.A. for worldwide commercial use.

In a move aimed at streamlining its North American and European business units and "harmonizing the Pergo brand image worldwide," Pergo has centralized the global activities of Pergo Europe and Pergo USA into a new holding company called Pergo AG.

A&W/Ark Floors has signed the Copenhagen Communiqué, an initiative calling for an ambitious, robust and equitable global deal regarding climate change.

Beaulieu of America has launched a fall campaign called "Bliss for the Holidays," running now through Nov. 30.

All Shaw laminate flooring products are now GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certified, according to the company.

Armstrong has announced a collaboration with carpet maker Beaulieu of America to create a complete portfolio of flooring products exclusively for home builders.

Cikel America, the North American subsidiary of one of the world's largest vertically integrated exotic Brazilian hardwood flooring manufacturers, has entered into a wholesale distribution partnership with Fierst Distributing Co. of Pittsburgh.

Hardwood flooring maker Mirage has launched its "Celebrate Quality with Mirage" event, running now through March 1, 2010. The promotion includes a contest for consumers, where ten entrants can win up to $10,000 in Mirage floors apiece.

Capel Rugs has appointed John A. Magee as president and CEO of Capel, Inc., Capelsie Mills, Inc., and Capel Real Estate & Development, Inc.

Anderson Hardwood Floors has been named one of the first hardwood flooring manufacturers to be awarded GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification.