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 23 Mar 2026

ACR News Awards 2026 winners

The HVACR industry came together on 19 March at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership at the ACR News Awards 2026. Held in front of a packed audience of manufacturers, contractors, distributors and ... 
 18 Mar 2026

Sanhua releases new generation of DBF electronic expansion valves

Sanhua has introduced its new DBF series of electronic expansion valves, designed to deliver precise, bidirectional refrigerant flow control for commercial air conditioning and heat pump applications.... 
 18 Mar 2026

BSRIA reports resilient growth in European HVAC field devices

BSRIA has reported continued resilience in Europe’s HVAC field devices market, with regulatory pressure, digitalisation and the push for higher performing buildings driving growth despite subdued construction activity.... 
 18 Mar 2026

Condair wins BIMleadership award

Humidity control specialist, Condair, has been awarded the BIM Leadership Award 2026 by BIMobject for its outstanding partnership, initiative and long-term digital vision.... 
 10 Mar 2026

Karlsson appointed CEO of Swegon

Swegon Group has confirmed the appointment of Eva Karlsson as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 2026. Karlsson has served as interim CEO since 01 February 2026.... 
 10 Mar 2026

Join Clivet Club for your chance to WIN!

Thirty-three UK Plumbing Supplies branches across the UK are taking part in a branch takeover campaign with Clivet throughout March 2026, to win a trip to Rome for two.... 
 6 Mar 2026

WorldSkills 2026 set to play bigger role amid recruitment crisis

This year’s WorldSkills competition is expected to take on greater importance as the UK faces a deepening shortage of young people entering work, according to the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).... 
 4 Mar 2026

Munters launches new MX3 dehumidifier series

Munters, a global leader in energy-efficient air treatment solutions, is launching an all-new series of high-performance dehumidifiers, the MX3 and MX3 PLUS. Offering up to 20% lower energy consumption, the series is designed to meet the most ... 
 3 Mar 2026

IOR names Co-Chairs for new Industry Skills Alliance

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) has appointed Andrew Bowden and Mark Harris as co-Chairs of its new Industry Skills Alliance, and confirmed that the group’s first meeting will take place on 28 April 2026 at Bitzer UK in Milton Keynes. The event ... 
 2 Mar 2026

Condair appoints Daiyoub as ASM

Condair has appointed Majed Daiyoub as Area Sales Manager for the north of England and North Wales. He brings experience from roles at Carrier HVAC and Air Handlers Northern.... 
Andy Munson and Trevor Girvan.
 27 Feb 2026

Exi-tite strengthens team with two new appointments

Exi-tite has added two new members to its team as it continues to build its sales and technical support across the UK.... 
 27 Feb 2026

LUVE appoints Ampezzan as Chief Commercial Office

LUVE has strengthened its senior management by naming Michele Ampezzan as Chief Commercial Officer for both its Cooling and Components product lines. The company announced the move on 26 February 2026 from its headquarters in Uboldo, Varese.... 
 26 Feb 2026

From historic church to high-performance training hub

In 2025, Ellis Training, a leading UK HVAC&R training provider, recently completed a long-anticipated move into their new permanent home, a stunning former Methodist church built in 1891 and based in Hertford. The relocation marked the end of a ... 
 26 Feb 2026

ACR News Awards 2026 finalists

The ACR News Awards has revealed the first set of finalists for 2026, celebrating standout achievement, innovation and dedication across the refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pump and HVACR sectors. Winners will be announced at the awards ... 
 25 Feb 2026

FEM brings Gram Professional back to the UK

FEM is set to bring the historic Danish refrigeration brand Gram back to the UK, following the manufacturer’s relaunch under the name Gram Professional. The move marks 125 years since the brand’s founding and follows a change of ownership in 2023, ... 
 25 Feb 2026

Industry urges clients to step up safety compliance

A coalition of construction industry organisations has launched a campaign urging clients to accelerate their adoption of building safety standards, warning that slow progress is undermining efforts to improve safety and sustainability across the ... 
 19 Feb 2026

Core M&E Maintenance launches following IMMES demerger

Core M&E Maintenance has begun operating as an independent business after the demerger of IM Maintenance and Technical Services (IMMTS) from IM Mechanical & Electrical Services (IMMES).... 
 18 Feb 2026

Epta completes acquisition of Hauser

Epta has completed its acquisition of Austrian refrigeration manufacturer Hauser, finalising a deal first announced in July 2025. The transaction, effective 1 March, brings Hauser fully into the Epta Group and creates a combined organisation with ... 
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