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 11 Feb 2026

Carel at Euroshop: Distributed intelligence and AI

At EuroShop 2026, Carel presents its vision of distributed intelligence: an approach that brings intelligence exactly where it is needed, from the field to the cloud, to enhance control, reliability and performance across HVAC/R systems and retail ... 
 10 Feb 2026

Eurovent publishes cPCR Guidance for commercial refrigeration

Eurovent has released a new Recommendation providing complementary Product Category Rules (cPCR) for commercial refrigeration equipment, now available in the Publications section of its website.... 
 9 Feb 2026

MHIAE's Hydrolution PRO gains Eurovent LCP-HP approval

The Hydrolution PRO range from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air Conditioning Europe (MHIAE) has achieved Eurovent Certification under the globally recognised LCP-HP programme, following a rigorous testing process. Launched in 2024, the Hydrolution ... 
 6 Feb 2026

LG opens Derby heat pump training site

LG Electronics has expanded its Air Conditioning and Energy Solutions Academy with a new training location in Derby, developed in partnership with the Heat Pump Central Training Academy. The site is intended to widen access to practical heat pump ... 
 6 Feb 2026

Bennett joins Clivet Group UK as Sales Support Engineer

Clivet Group UK has appointed Emma-Louise Bennett as Sales Support Engineer, strengthening its technical support capacity across heat pump and ventilation projects.... 
 6 Feb 2026

IOR and CIBSE to share events and expertise in 2026

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) and the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) have formalised a new agreement to share access to technical events throughout 2026, supporting members’ professional development and ... 
 6 Feb 2026

Eshaan Akbar to Host the 2026 ACR News Awards

Acclaimed comedian, writer and broadcaster Eshaan Akbar will host the 2026 ACR News Awards, bringing his sharp wit and wide-ranging broadcast experience to the prestigious evening.... 
 6 Feb 2026

Schneider Electric names Hall as Zone President for UK&I

Schneider Electric has appointed David Hall as its new Zone President for the UK and Ireland. He succeeds Kelly Becker, who is moving to another role within the company following a five-year tenure.... 
 3 Feb 2026

Ensuring refrigerant quality and authenticity

Contaminated and counterfeit refrigerants are an increasing problem for air conditioning and refrigeration service engineers, contractors, and refrigerant distributors - and they can be hard to spot, which makes keeping them out of circulation ... 
George Bradley, left, and Ricki Horsington.
 30 Jan 2026

IV Produkt expands UK team with two new Area Sales Managers

Swedish air handling unit manufacturer IV Produkt has strengthened its UK operation with the appointment of two additional Area Sales Managers.... 
 30 Jan 2026

Armstrong names Chintan Kharche Global Director

Armstrong Fluid Technology has appointed Chintan Kharche as Global Director of Offering Management, a role that will oversee strategy and development across five major product lines.... 
L-r: Carla Cameron, Louis Jackson, Manishka Hart and Dan Gentle.
 26 Jan 2026

New recruits boost Qvantum UK

Qvantum UK has expanded its team with four new appointments across marketing, consultancy and sales support.... 
 21 Jan 2026

Warm Homes Plan signals major step forward for heat pumps

The UK Government has unveiled a £15?billion Warm Homes Plan that places heat pumps at the centre of its strategy to cut bills, reduce fuel poverty and accelerate the shift to clean heat.... 
 21 Jan 2026

ACES gains official F-Gas registration as UK-recognised entity

ACES, the Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold Chain Systems in Kigali, Rwanda, has been formally added to the UK’s F-Gas Register, a significant step in aligning the centre’s operations with internationally recognised ... 
 20 Jan 2026

Lewington appointed Managing Director of Tefcold UK

Tefcold UK has named Tom Lewington as its new Managing Director, succeeding Torben Christensen, who will continue to support the business in his role as Group Chairman.... 
 20 Jan 2026

Diffusion names Matthew Cooper as sales director

Diffusion has appointed Matthew Cooper as its new Sales Director as the British manufacturer prepares for a further phase of expansion across the UK heating and cooling market.... 
 20 Jan 2026

Heat pump bodies complete merger to form HPA UK

Three of the UK’s key heat pump organisations have formally merged to create a single trade body, the Heat Pump Association UK (HPA UK). The Heat Pump Association (HPA), Ground Source Heat Pump Association (GSHPA) and Heat Pump Federation (HPF) have ... 
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