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 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 ... 
Andrew Channon FInstR and Richard Lawton FInstR.
 18 Feb 2026

IOR announces new Fellows

The Institute of Refrigeration announced at the IOR Annual Dinner that two members have been recognised as Fellows for their leadership and contribution to the RACHP industry. Their achievements include a scope of different areas, including ... 
 13 Feb 2026

IOR launches Industry Skills Alliance

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) formally unveiled its plans for a new Industry Skills Alliance at the organisation’s Annual Dinner on 12 February 2026. The initiative establishes a strategic education and skills forum designed to align training ... 
 12 Feb 2026

IOR President highlights skills and collaboration

IOR President Lisa-Jayne Cook FInstR used her address at the Institute’s Annual Dinner on 12 February 2026 to underline the organisation’s focus on people, skills and coordinated industry action. Speaking to members and guests, she announced the ... 
 12 Feb 2026

IOR recognises achievements at the 126th annual dinner

The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) marked its 126th Annual Dinner in London on 12 February 2026 by presenting five awards recognising contributions to refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump (RACHP) practice, research, and environmental ... 
 12 Feb 2026

UK heat pump sales hit record high, but targets still out of reach

UK heat pump sales climbed to a new high in 2025, with the Heat Pump Association UK reporting 125,037 units sold, including more than 110,000 hydronic systems.... 
 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.... 
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