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Copeland showcases sustainable refrigeration solutions at Chillventa
The exhibition will include solutions for data centres and heat pumps From growing data center cooling demands to increased adoption of heat pumps and natural refrigerants, Copeland say its customers across Europe are navigating rapid change. The company will showcase its technologies, designed to address the region’s evolving heating, cooling and refrigeration requirements, at Chillventa 2026, taking place from October 13-15 in Nuremberg, Germany.
French supermarket refrigeration systems hit by cyberattack
The cyber attack caused retailers' fridges and freezers to heat up, spoiling fresh and frozen food estimated to be worth millions of euros. Hundreds of French supermarkets have been hit by a cyber attack where hackers gained control of the software that regulates the temperatures of the refrigeration units, forcing some to warm to 50°C overnight, according to one supermarket chain affected.
Panasonic Heating & Cooling unveils new brand identity
New identity signals next phase of growth in Europe, supported by investment in regional manufacturing, R&D and skills Panasonic Heating & Cooling says it has strengthened its European operations through a new dedicated organisational structure and major investment in regional manufacturing, R&D and skills, marked by the launch of a new logo and refreshed visual brand identity. The new identity follows the formation of Panasonic HVAC & CC Co., Ltd.
Enva investment expands UK fridge recycling capacity
New investment in permanent treatment infrastructure and short-term storage will help tackle market constraints Enva has announced a further £9.5M investment in its UK fridge recycling infrastructure that will increase its overall treatment capacity to more than 2.3 million appliances, or over 100,000 tonnes a year, to significantly strengthen domestic fridge recycling provision.
IOR opens nominations for J&E Hall gold medal
The Institute is also celebrating 50 years of the prestigious award Nominations are now open for the J&E Hall Gold Medal, one of the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump (RACHP) sector’s most respected awards, as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Organised by the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR), the J&E Hall Gold Medal recognises the most noteworthy practical contribution to innovation in refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technology.
Frigoveneta acquires Madefrigor and Tecnica del Freddo
The platform will rebrand as Glacialis, bringing all group companies under a single identity Ambienta, one of Europe’s largest asset managers exclusively focused on environmental sustainability, has announced that its platform company Frigoveneta, an investment of Ambienta IV, has acquired Madefrigor, together with its wholly controlled subsidiary Tecnica del Freddo, a family-owned business specialised in the design, assembly, installation and servicing of industrial refrigeration systems and...
IOR invites members to government skills consultation
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BITZER’s SCHAUFLER Academy celebrates 10th anniversary
At a celebratory open day and a science slam, visitors gained practical and entertaining insights into science and technology. Since 2016, the SCHAUFLER Academy in Rottenburg-Ergenzingen, Germany, has been offering application-oriented education and training in both face-to-face and online formats. Its programmes are aimed at BITZER customers and partners from around the world, as well as the company’s employees and young talents in the refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump sector.
IOR Industry Skills Alliance expands STEM outreach
The IOR ISA is expanding its STEM Ambassador Network to reach 100 schools by Christmas The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) Industry Skills Alliance has set an ambitious target to engage with 100 schools before the end of the year as part of its ongoing efforts to raise awareness of careers in the RACHP sector.
Refra to join international Beijer Ref Group
This acquisition will enhance the company's offering and create opportunities to leverage its global sales network. Refra is entering a new stage of its development following the signing of an agreement, under which Beijer Ref Group will acquire 90% of the company’s shares. Headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, Beijer Ref is a global refrigeration and HVAC group with approximately 7000 employees and more than 150 subsidiaries across Europe, North America, Africa, Asia and Oceania.
IOR Environmental Committee releases new brief
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ICS Cool Energy runs trial for solar-powered refrigerated container
The field test demonstrated that the solar-powered cold store container can maintain precise temperature for frozen applications, even under adverse conditions ICS Cool Energy, a specialist in complete temperature control solutions for manufacturing process and facilities applications, has completed successful field trials of its new autonomous cold storage unit, providing real-world validation of an integrated approach to off-grid temperature control.
Daikin expands Environmental Product Declarations
Daikin has taken step forward in sustainable construction by expanding its range of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to include commercial air conditioning, chillers and commercial heat pump ranges. This follows the recent release of EPDs for the company’s residential heat pump and air conditioning range.
AI demand forcing data centre maintenance shift
New research underlines an 'imperative need” to force data centre maintenance protocols to shift Data centre operators must transition away from reactive and preventative maintenance strategies if they are to keep pace with surging demand for AI capacity, according to Wilo. The manufacturer recently published its claims that the relatively predictable operating environment once considered standard in most data centres is no more.
From 2027, the EU’s revised F-Gas Regulation cuts the amount of virgin HFC refrigerant permitted onto the market from 42.9 million tonnes CO₂-equivalent to 21.7 million tonnes, almost halving supply (Regulation (EU) 2024/573, Annex VI[1]).
Vulnerable customers supported with £1m heatwave relief initiative
92% of requests came from customers with a high-risk condition under the Priority Services Register EDF says has now supported thousands of vulnerable customers through its £1 million Heatwave Relief initiative, as high temperatures continued across the UK. Launched earlier this summer, the programme offers practical help during periods of extreme heat, including up to £20 in energy credit and Heatwave Relief Packs containing fans, cooling towels, blackout curtains and insulated water bottles.
Daikin to open new Sustainable Home Centre in London
The new facility was developed in partnership with London Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd. Daikin has announced the grand opening of its new Sustainable Home Centre in London. The site has been developed in partnership with London Plumbing & Heating Supplies. The Centre will officially open today, Friday 7 August 2026, at 531 Barking Rd, London E6 2LN.
First keynote speaker confirmed for IRC Business Briefing
The Institute of Refrigeration has announced Andrea Voigt as the first keynote speaker for the 2026 IRC Business Briefing, Securing the Future of RACHP in a Volatile Electricity Market. Her keynote will examine the true cost of maintaining an energy system amid the commercial risks of rising electricity volatility, while also highlighting the opportunities created through early adaptation and investment. Speaking ahead of the event, Andrea said “Sustainability is no longer just a nice to have.
Williams launches new coldroom embodied carbon calculator
The online tool allows users to calculate carbon figures for bespoke coldrooms Williams has launched a new Coldroom Embodied Carbon Calculator, the first of its kind in the UK commercial refrigeration industry. The tool is designed to provide quick and easy access to verified embodied carbon figures for bespoke coldroom configurations. Williams say its new tool enables users to generate verified embodied carbon figures for bespoke coldroom configurations using CIBSE verified component data.
Global HVACR Women Week announced for October
Women, organisations and colleagues throughout the heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration sector are being invited to take part in the first Global HVACR Women Week, from 25–31 October 2026. Global HVACR Women Week is an international community week connecting local voices across the HVACR sector. Under the central message, “Local voices. Global connections.
Bangkok, Thailand to host RHVAC 2026
Organisers say the event will open virtual gateways for global buyers at Bangkok RHVAC 2026 and Bangkok E&E 2026 Bangkok RHVAC 2026 and Bangkok E&E 2026 Online Edition will connect international buyers with Thai exhibitors through a virtual exhibition and online business matching from 24 to 28 August 2026.
Daikin to open new Sustainable Home Centre in London
The new facility was developed in partnership with London Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd. Daikin has announce the grand opening of its new Sustainable Home Centre in London, developed in partnership with London Plumbing & Heating Supplies Ltd. The Centre will officially open today, Friday 7 August 2026, at 531 Barking Rd, London E6 2LN.
Carrier Solutions UK joins industry calls for better, safer cooling
With heatwaves becoming more frequent, industry has highlighted a growing health, comfort and building resilience issue Carrier Solutions UK has responded to the growing national debate around the role of air conditioning in homes and public buildings, welcoming recent calls for schools, hospitals and new homes to be better equipped to cope with increasingly frequent and extreme heatwaves.
Vertiv expands chiller manufacturing and testing capacity
The investment will increase chiller production, testing capabilities, and career opportunities at the site Vertiv, a key industry player in critical digital infrastructure, has announced investments to expand chiller manufacturing and integrated testing capabilities at its Tognana campus near Padua. The company reportedly expects to double its chiller production capacity in the region by the end of 2026 and complete a new large-scale testing laboratory in early 2027.
Wolseley Renewables Centre launches new F-Gas training course
The company says its Renewables Centre and Climate Centre aim to support the development of a more flexible, multi-skilled workforce Wolseley Renewables Centre has launched a new F-Gas training course, designed to support heating engineers looking to expand into the air conditioning market and build a more consistent, year-round income stream.
ASHRAE announces programme for Building Decarbonisation Conference
Keynotes, interactive workshops and real-world case studies will help professionals deliver practical retrofit solutions ASHRAE has announced the technical programme for the 2026 ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Conference, taking place September 23–25, 2026, in Seattle, Washington.
Trane expands to help shape next generation of data centres
The company has expanded its operations in Finland and Denmark to support digital infrastructure Trane has announced it is is strengthening its presence in Scandinavia by expanding its existing operations in Finland and Denmark. The company say the move builds on its strong momentum and established leadership in the data centre space across Europe, while strengthening its ability to support customers with deeper regional expertise and closer local engagement.
EIA urges government to adopt National Cooling Action Plan
A comprehensive strategy is needed to protect vulnerable people from extreme heat As the UK recovers from its latest record-breaking heatwave, the London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) today published UK Cooling Policy in a Warming World, an urgent call to action for the Government to adopt a national cooling action plan addressing both climate adaptation and mitigation.
EAC issues urgent action warning on ‘silent killer’ of extreme heat
The Chair asked government how it plans to tackle overheating in hospitals, care homes, schools and prisons As a record-breaking heatwaves hit parts of the UK, the Chair of the Environmental Audit Committee has pushed the government on what it is doing to tackle the “silent killer” of extreme heat In a published letter, the Chair asks the government how it plans to tackle overheating in hospitals, care homes, schools and prisons, as well as its views on measures such as establishing maximum...
Climalife and Solstice collaborate on refrigerant lifecycle management
The collaboration will also build on extensive research conducted with European research centers The collaboration will build on extensive research conducted with European research centers Climalife and Solstice Advanced Materials Inc have formalised an agreement to build on their long-standing working relationship and advance circular economy solutions for refrigerants across Europe.
CAREL launches whitepaper on energy efficiency in food retail
The document will support large-scale retailers in reducing consumption and managing stores sustainably CAREL has presented its new white paper, Energy efficiency in food retail stores. Regulatory and technical aspects, and AI tools, an in-depth document dedicated to the challenges and opportunities linked to energy optimisation in large-scale retail stores.
IOR to hosts briefing on RACHP resilience in shifting energy markets
Securing the Future of RACHP in a Volatile Electricity Market will take place on 26th November The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) has announced that it will host the next IRC Business Briefing, which will focus on strengthening RACHP sustainability amid electricity market volatility. Securing the Future of RACHP in a Volatile Electricity Market will take place on 26th November 2026 at Austin Court, Birmingham.
New CCF whitepaper warns UK food security at risk
The report sets out ten recommendations, including recognition of the cold chain as Critical National Infrastructure The Cold Chain Federation (CCF) has launched a major new whitepaper at an event in Westminster, warning that growing pressures on the UK’s cold chain are increasing risks to food security, public health and economic resilience.
CCC warns UK cooling strategy is no longer optional
Better cooling infrastructure was identified as one of the three highest-priority solutions The UK’s climate resilience watchdog has delivered its starkest warning yet on overheating, flooding and drought, arguing that adaptation is now a matter of national security and that cooling infrastructure will become critical to protecting lives, public services and the economy.
Daikin inaugurates new heat pump production site
The company has announced a major investment in strengthening its European manufacturing network Daikin Europe N.V. held the official inauguration of Daikin Manufacturing Poland, a new heat pump production facility located in the Łódź region.
BSRIA reports sustained global cooling demand
The market is diverging between the high-value commercial sector and the high-volume residential sector BSRIA, the authority on cooling and building services markets, has released its latest analysis of the global cooling sector. The BSRIA Worldwide Air Conditioning and Heat Pump reports both revealed a complex and diverging global cooling market.
Climate Centre expands partnership with Fujitsu
The company says the move will reinforce its position as a leading UK distribution partner Climate Centre has announced it has strengthened its partnership with Fujitsu, in order to ensure a stable and dependable supply of market-leading air conditioning units for commercial HVAC installers.
Hawco Joins British Refrigeration Association
It will contribute regularly to three BRA groups, spanning commercial refrigeration cabinets, contracting and equipment Hawco, an international distributor of refrigeration, air conditioning and heating components has become the latest corporate member accepted into the British Refrigeration Association (BRA). The group works predominantly in supporting food retailers, food service groups and science and medical manufacturers.
LUVE to supply data centre cooling solutions worldwide
The total value of the agreement is estimated to be over €100 million LUVE has announced that it has entered into a multi-year framework agreement with a leading global data centre ‘hyperscaler’, for the supply of advanced cooling solutions across several facilities. The agreement covers the delivery of high-efficiency cooling systems designed to support next-generation data centre architecture, including high-density and AI-driven workloads.
IIR releases technical brief on industrial decarbonisation technology
Its 61st Technical Brief on Refrigeration Technologies focuses on high-temperature heat pumps The International Institute of Refrigeration has released a comprehensive technical brief examining the applications and performance of high-temperature heat pumps, a pivotal technology for reducing carbon emissions from industrial heating. The Technical Brief on High-Temperature Heat Pumps (HTHPs) is authored by Professor Ruzhu Wang of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and an international team of experts.
IOR partners with Danfoss on LEGO refrigeration kits
The Institute is developing a team of regional Refrigeration STEM Ambassadors Building on the success of the first refrigeration LEGO kit provided by FJB in 2024, the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) has announced the launch of even more LEGO kits in collaboration with Danfoss. The kit, which models a working refrigeration plant, will be made available to STEM Ambassadors to support outreach activities in schools, colleges, and other education settings.
IIR unveils new visual identity and membership framework
The 'science of cold in action' forms the basis of the IIR's new manifesto Introducing its new brand identity, the IIR says it has put the impact of scientific knowledge at the forefront, to present a clear value proposition that reaffirms its mission. This mission is to foster collaboration and enhance knowledge on all aspects of refrigeration and heat pump technologies and their applications to contribute to a sustainable future for all.
ASHRAE announces new study on global CO₂ reduction through automation
The new research quantifies reductions enabled by BACnet building automation ASHRAE has announced the release of a new groundbreaking study from the University of New Hampshire (UNH) that, for the first time, has quantified the global climate impact of BACnet®. BACnet is the global data communication protocol for Building Automation and Control networks.
EIA ties illegal refrigerant market to organised crime
Covert EIA investigation unveils large scale international illegal trade in F-gases, driven by huge profits and uneven law enforcement Illegal climate-damaging refrigerant gases are entering Italy via organised criminal networks, according to new findings from the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA).
IOR launches Talk & Tour event series
The in-person events hosted will include expert-led talks on topics of interest and behind-the-scenes access The IOR will host its first-ever in-person Talk & Tour on 19th May 2026 at Carter Thermal Industries. The half-day event will bring together delegates from across the RACHP sector to explore the practical path to net zero.
Real Alternatives and SKILLSAFE EU collaborate to strengthen safety training
The new programme will combine SKILLSAFE’s focused expertise on R290 safety with the established infrastructure of Real Alternatives The Real Alternatives project and SKILLSAFE EU have announced the launch of a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing safety training for professionals working with flammable refrigerants, with a particular focus on R290 heat pump systems.
EIA ties illegal refrigerant market to organised crime
Covert EIA investigation unveils large scale international illegal trade in F-gases, driven by huge profits and uneven law enforcement Illegal climate-damaging refrigerant gases are entering Italy via organised criminal networks, according to new findings from the Environmental Investigation Agency. Penetrating major supply chains throughout manufacturing, supermarkets and the state railway, the trades are costing legitimate suppliers hundreds of millions of euros in lost profits.
Cold Chain Federation launches first UK-wide TRU census
The association is seeking to gather data to evidence sector progress on decarbonisation The Cold Chain Federation has launched the UK’s first census of transport refrigeration units (TRUs), designed to build a credible evidence base on the progress, investment and challenges across the sector as it transitions towards lower-emission technologies.
Carrier’s renews partnership with Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport
The company has confirmed they will attend six customer days during the season, offering clients and partners exclusive access Carrier has confirmed the continuation of its commercial partnership with Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport for the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season, marking the fourth consecutive year of collaboration between the two organisations.
Epta completes acquisition of Hauser
Marco Nocivelli, CEO of Epta, said the deal represents a significant step in the group’s long-term strategy. Commercial refrigeration manufacturer Epta has completed the acquisition of Austrian refrigeration specialist Hauser GmbH, strengthening its position in the European retail refrigeration market. The transaction became effective on 1 March 2026, creating a combined group with more than €2 billion in pro-forma annual revenue and around 10,000 employees.
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