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 6 Apr 2023

BESA calls for calm in face of F-gas furore

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has urged the UK government to keep “a sense of perspective” in the face of a growing row over the European Commission’s decision to speed up the phase down of global warming gases used in ... 
Brett Wharmby.
 5 Apr 2023

Conex Bänninger strengthens sales team with two key appointments

Conex Bänninger has appointed of two new regional technical sales managers. Brett Wharmby has joined the company with responsibility for driving brand awareness and growth in the Midlands, with Noel Kelly taking up his new role covering the North of ... 
 3 Apr 2023

Energy efficiency plan could put UK back on track

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has welcomed parts of the government’s updated Net Zero Growth Plan, particularly those that focus on improving the energy efficiency of buildings and reducing the price gap between gas and ... 
DK Heat Recovery's marketing director, Nigel Upson.
 3 Apr 2023

Upson rejoins DK Heat Recovery

DK Heat Recovery's marketing director, Nigel Upson, has rejoined the East Yorkshire-based business on his retirement from poultry processor Soanes Poultry, where he was managing director.... 
 30 Mar 2023

J S Wright appoints head of procurement

Birmingham-based mechanical and electrical services specialist J S Wright has appointed Tony Maxwell as its new head of procurement.... 
 30 Mar 2023

Daikin launches a new climate zone to inspire BBC Earth Experience visitors

The BBC Earth Experience has opened at The Daikin Centre in Earl’s Court. Daikin has created the ‘Daikin Climate Zone’, located just outside the main venue, offering space to relax, play and learn.... 
 30 Mar 2023

Seeley International appoints senior sales manager for UK And Ireland

Seeley International has announced the appointment of Fabio Marioni as the new sales manager for United Kingdom and Ireland, in an important move to expand business in these two key countries.... 
 27 Mar 2023

Guide aims to improve industry’s ‘spatial awareness’

New technical guidance from the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) emphasises the importance of allowing adequate spacing between building services in projects using traditional approaches, modern methods of construction (MMC) and ... 
 27 Mar 2023

Klima-Therm appoints Northern regional sales manager

Ranald Stewart has been appointed regional sales manager at leading HVAC equipment distributor, Klima-Therm, covering the Midlands, North of England, and Scotland.... 
 16 Feb 2023

Government’s latest payment plan must not fail, says BESA

The latest government plan to tackle unfair payment practices in construction must not be allowed to fail, according to the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).... 
 15 Feb 2023

Nidec Global Appliance announces new president

Nidec Global Appliance, a global provider of solutions for the residential and commercial appliances industries, has appointed Guilherme Almeida as the new president of its worldwide operations. With 11,000 employees across nine countries, the ... 
 14 Feb 2023

Star launches nationwide industrial refrigeration apprenticeship opportunities

Star Refrigeration has announced the opening of its Nationwide Industrial Refrigeration Engineering Apprenticeship Programme and the success of two recent graduates, Jack Flinn and Calum Plunkett. Both have successfully completed Star's three-year ... 
Louise McCann.
 13 Feb 2023

Louise Mccann becomes A-Gas Group commercial director

A-Gas has appointed Louise McCann as Group commercial director. er objective is to lead the global commercial team in providing first class key account management, while enhancing the solutions A-Gas offers to its customers worldwide.... 
 13 Feb 2023

BCIA releases two new Technical Guides

The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has released two new Technical Guides to add to its portfolio of online Guides available to download.... 
 10 Feb 2023

Armstrong partners with Hysopt for HVAC digital twinning

Armstrong Fluid Technology has formed a strategic partnership with Hysopt to bring customers new insights into HVAC energy saving options, harnessing state-of-the-art digital twinning. Bringing together Armstrong’s extensive experience of ... 
 10 Feb 2023

Learn about the fundamentals of cooling during the Women in RACHP Practical Engineering Day

The IOR’s Women in RACHP Network will be celebrating International Women’s Day on 8 March by hosting a practical engineering session at Business Edge in Hampshire.... 
 8 Feb 2023

BESA urges Shapps to clarify energy policy

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has welcomed the creation of a new government department dedicated to delivering energy security and net zero but urged its Secretary of State Grant Shapps to accelerate investment in energy ... 
 7 Feb 2023

Apprentices need to see the industry’s ‘best side’ says BESA

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is marking National Apprenticeship Week 2023 (NAW2023) by encouraging employers to pledge to take on at least one new apprentice this year and promote the exciting career opportunities available ... 
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