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 20 Apr 2026

IOR to host first in-person Talk & Tour in May

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) will hold its first in-person Talk & Tour event on 19 May 2026, hosted by Carter Thermal Industries in Birmingham. The half-day session will bring together people from across the RACHP sector to look at ... 
 20 Apr 2026

HPA UK calls for non-domestic policy clarity

The Heat Pump Association UK (HPA UK) has published new recommendations calling for stronger and more stable government policy to help expand heat pump use in commercial, public sector and industrial buildings.... 
 9 Apr 2026

Real Alternatives and SKILLSAFE EU partner to expand flammable refrigerant safety training

A new collaboration between the Real Alternatives project and SKILLSAFE EU aims to strengthen safety training for technicians working with flammable refrigerants, including R290 heat pump systems.... 
 9 Apr 2026

Vertical DX air handling unit for decentralised, low-carbon ventilation in large spaces

Daikin Applied (UK) has introduced its Vertical DX air handling unit, a floor-standing, plug-and-play solution designed to deliver efficient ventilation and precise temperature control in large commercial and industrial environments.... 
Storers marks 50th anniversary. Founder, Graham Storer, seated 3rd from left.
 7 Apr 2026

Storer marks 50 years in foodservice manufacturing

Storer Refrigeration & Catering will celebrate its 50th anniversary in May 2026, marking five decades of work in bespoke counters, serveries, bars and refrigeration for the foodservice sector.... 
 7 Apr 2026

North East Data Centre Hub expands

Following a highly successful launch event in February, the North East Data Centre Hub has announced its second industry gathering, taking place on 23 April 2026 in Newcastle. This not-for-profit initiative, founded by a consortium of regional ... 
 7 Apr 2026

Condair strikes a chord with Forth Pipe Organs

Forth Pipe Organs, a specialist pipe organ builder, restorer and maintainer, has been incorporating Condair humidifiers into its projects for over 20 years. Serving a range of clients from large-scale performance venues, such as Edinburgh University’... 
 31 Mar 2026

Panasonic extends heating-optimised inverter series for commercial R290 ECOi-W heat pump

Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions announces the launch of the AQUA-G EVO series as part of the ECOi-W commercial heat pumps range. The range showcases latest R290 technology, delivering high seasonal efficiency, quiet operation and reliable ... 
 31 Mar 2026

REFCOM partners with Welplan to offer new employee protection packages

REFCOM has announced a new partnership with Welplan to provide exclusive employee benefit packages for its members. The initiative, launched as part of REFCOM’s 30th anniversary, is themed around the campaign message: 'Keep Your Cool, We’ve Got Your ... 
 31 Mar 2026

TF Solutions appoints Hancock as Sales Director

TF Solutions has named Ben Hancock as its new Sales Director to help the company grow and improve its customer service. Hancock joins the business with 18 years of experience in the building and cooling industry, having previously worked in ... 
 31 Mar 2026

Institute of Refrigeration Celebrates 25 Years of Supporting Technicians

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Engineering Technician Section. Established in 2001, the Section was created to recognise the vital role of hands-on engineers and to share practical knowledge across ... 
 27 Mar 2026

Airzone strengthens UK expansion with new markets role

Airzone has appointed Sophie Decorte as its New Markets UK & EU Business Development Coordinator, a newly created role designed to support the company’s expansion across key European territories.... 
 26 Mar 2026

Daikin Applied expands R-290 chiller and heat pump portfolio

Daikin Applied (UK) has expanded its portfolio of R-290 (propane) chillers and heat pumps, introducing a new generation of systems designed to support decarbonisation across commercial, industrial and mission-critical HVAC applications.... 
 26 Mar 2026

Integral appoints Noon as Divisional Director

Integral Cooling Tech has named Mathew Noon as Divisional Director, taking responsibility for the specialist cooling and refrigeration business across the UK.... 
 25 Mar 2026

Government move to ban retentions a landmark moment

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has hailed the government’s decision to move ahead with a ban on retentions in construction contracts, calling it a landmark and long-awaited victory for specialist contractors across the UK.... 
Giordano Albertazzi.
 25 Mar 2026

Vertiv to acquire ThermoKey

Vertiv has agreed to acquire ThermoKey, an Italy-based manufacturer of heat-rejection and heat-exchange technologies, in a move that would broaden Vertiv’s thermal management portfolio and increase its manufacturing capacity, particularly in EMEA. ... 
 25 Mar 2026

AC Wilgar acquired by The Perpetuity Project

AC Wilgar, the long-established heating, plumbing and air conditioning services provider, has been acquired by European perpetual holding company The Perpetuity Project.... 
L to R: Adrian Smith, Andy Moon, Tony Wall, Craig Lovett and Caroline Lovett.
 25 Mar 2026

P&M strengthens northern presence with HBCL acquisition

The P&M Group has expanded its footprint in the North of England with the acquisition of Bradford-based HBCL Coldstores, marking a significant step in the group’s long-term growth strategy.... 
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