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Carrier Solutions UK has welcomed the UK Government’s decision to extend the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) to include air-to-air heat pumps, recognizing the policy update as a major catalyst for a residential air-conditioning market in the UK. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. For the first time, households will be able to access grant support for air-to-air heat pum...

A-Gas, a global market pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products, announced it has signed a collaborative partnership with Epta, a global pioneer in commercial refrigeration.  The partnership supports the HVAC&R industry in improving refrigerant recovery rates and ensuring used refrigerants are managed safely and responsibly to reduce emissions. It will also play a key role in advancing Singapore’s sustainability goals and the phasedow...

Daikin Europe NV introduces Madoka Plus, its next-generation Madoka controller that redefines simplicity, comfort and energy-efficient control for commercial environments. With an elegant and compact design, intuitive touchscreen navigation and future-ready smart features, this award-winning controller marks the next evolution in Daikin’s control solutions. Madoka Plus was unveiled during the Climatización y Refrigeración trade fair in Madrid (from 18-20 November). Intuitiv...

Data centers run 24/7 and are now caught between the Service Level Agreements that demand 99.999% uptime and the ESG report that scrutinizes every kilowatt of energy used. Meanwhile, the board wants both redundancy and a path to net-zero emissions. Traditional wisdom suggests they can’t have both, as every redundant backup chiller and N+1 configuration pushes them further from sustainability targets. That wisdom is outdated because smart operators are rewriting the rules. They’...

FSW UK partnered with Austin Broady Associates and Mitsubishi Electric to install sustainable HVAC upgrades at the Greater Manchester office campus, Exchange Quay. Investment Managers for Exchange Quay Till Asset Management were looking to upgrade the business complex, located on the Salford Docks, with a new sustainable and energy efficient heating system. The project began with Building 8, a ten storey structure housing 116,000ft2 of office space. FSW UK worked with air conditioning contract...

Jobber, the globally renowned provider of home service software, released its latest Home Service Economic Report: Q3 2025. The edition combines Jobber’s proprietary platform data aggregated from more than 300,000 residential cleaners, landscapers, HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and more, with external economic indicators to provide comprehensive insight into the trends shaping one of the fastest-growing and most essential parts of the small business economy, Home Service. Ste...

tekmar, a Watts brand, has announced the launch of the new Smart Heat Pump Control System, designed to streamline the installation and operation of hydronic heat pump systems. This innovative controller offers flexibility and efficiency for residential and light commercial applications. Smart Heat Pump Control System The Smart Heat Pump Control System operates up to four heat pumps in either 2-pipe or 4-pipe configurations, with the ability to expand control to 16 heat pumps through optional...

dmg events, a pioneering international organizer of business-to-business exhibitions, is expanding its footprint in Africa with the launch of West Africa Infrastructure Expo and HVACR Nigeria, set to take place from 7–9 April 2026 in Lagos. West Africa’s rapid urbanization and $668 billion infrastructure market are creating major investment and collaboration opportunities, with dmg events leveraging its international expertise and ten years of African market experience to accelerate...

The CAREL Board of Directors has approved the consolidated results as of 30 September 2025. In the third quarter of the year, consolidated revenues amounted to Euro 157.5 million, up 11.4% compared to the third quarter of 2024, and up 14.0% at constant exchange rates. Francesco Nalini, Chief Executive Officer of the Group, stated: “The results achieved in the third quarter of 2025 represent a milestone of great pride for the entire Group, confirming the solidity and resilience of our busi...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced the appointment of Gary Guo as Chief Integrated Supply Chain Officer, effective November 18, 2025. Guo will report to chair and CEO Dave Regnery as part of the executive leadership team and will oversee Trane Technologies’ global integrated supply chain, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, environmental health and safety, advanced manufacturing technology and operational excellence. New Chief Integrated Supply Chain O...

Indoor air quality and ventilation specialist Nuaire is proud to have sponsored the Ventil8 Day Exchange, which took place on Thursday 6th November at The Building Centre, London. Organized by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), the Ventil8 Day Exchange is part of the World Ventil8 Day initiative, bringing together professionals from across the built environment to share insights, innovations, and practical solutions for improving indoor air quality (IAQ).  This year&rsqu...

Seeley International, a pioneering Australian manufacturer with a strong presence in the GCC through its extensive network of partners and distributors, showcases next-generation cooling solutions at BIG5: Experience Breezair and the New Climate Wizard Demo Units. Renowned for its relentless pursuit of innovation and quality, Seeley International stands as Australia’s largest and most awarded air conditioning manufacturer. Evaporative cooling technology With a legacy spanning over four...

Seeley International, a pioneering Australian manufacturer with a strong presence in the GCC through its extensive network of partners and distributors, showcases next-generation cooling solutions at BIG5: attend “Sustainable Building with Multi-Cycle Indirect Evaporative Cooling” Talk. Seeley International, Australia’s largest air conditioning manufacturer and a global pioneer in energy-efficient climate control solutions, has a strong presence in the GCC region through trust...

Seeley International is proud to announce that its world-pioneering Breezair evaporative air conditioning solution continues to deliver reliable, energy-efficient cooling to the iconic Mina tent city in Saudi Arabia — one of the largest and most logistically complex accommodation projects in the world. Since the original installation, which saw around 50,000 Australian-made Breezair units selected by the Saudi Government and Ministry of Hajj, Breezair has set the benchmark for comfort and...

Aira introduces the new Aira Power range, completing the fully integrated Aira Home Energy System, designed to slash energy bills, decarbonize homes and accelerate Europe’s transition to affordable, secure and clean energy. Building on the success of its market-pioneering Aira Heat Pump, Swedish clean energy tech company, Aira, reaches a new milestone with the launch of two new products – the Aira Power Hub (inverter) and Aira Power Store (battery). Connected in one system, the...

Carrier Solutions UK supplied a Toshiba climate control solution for Bannatyne Health Club & Spa in Wellingborough, delivering a complete HVAC refurbishment to improve customer comfort and operational efficiency. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  R407c split systems The eight-week project involved decommissioning and removing aging R407c split systems that had rea...

Mitsubishi Electric and PACAIR have agreed on a new contract that extends the relationship between the two companies to over 20 years. Director and Founder, Nigel Palmer, set up the company in 2003 and has since expanded PACAIR to include branch offices in Birmingham and Wigan to offer a nationwide service for customers. “Our relationship with PACAIR has grown stronger over the past 20-years, and throughout that time, Nigel and his team have consistently delivered the highest levels of pr...

Carrefour International Partnership pursues its expansion with a new partnership with Czech Group JIP Retail. All stores of the chain’s network will start selling a large range of Carrefour products. JIP Retail will leverage Carrefour brands to offer customers an affordable selection of quality products across the main food and non-food categories. This launch of Carrefour products in the Czech market is a first step: Carrefour International Partnership and JIP Retail plan to deploy Carre...

On November 5, 2025, Danfoss celebrated the opening of its expanded Monterrey, Mexico factory, a decision driven by increased demand for reliable, energy-efficient HVAC equipment in the North American and Latin American markets. The expansion is also an important part of Danfoss’ LEAP 2030 strategy, which aims to reduce delivery times and further strengthen supply chains for customers in all markets. Three new product lines The multi-million-dollar investment doubles production and adds...

Carrefour and Nexity have announced the launch of the “Villes et Commerces” property venture, to which Carrefour is contributing an initial portfolio of 69 sites. This represents a key milestone in the implementation of the long-term partnership between the two groups, announced on 6 July 2023. With the upgrade of 76 Carrefour sites across France through urban mixed-use projects, this partnership will constitute the first nationwide large-scale urban regeneration program. The prope...

As part of its commitment to make more efficient use of energy in 2022 with the signing of the Ecowatt and Ecogaz charters, Carrefour is now pledging to make more efficient use of water: it wants to reduce consumption in its France stores by 10% between now and 2025. To achieve this, it has put in place a new series of initiatives designed to tackle water waste. Water is a precious resource – and humans need to preserve it. In the summer of 2022, France was hit by a drought the likes of w...

Last summer, Carrefour stepped forward when France’s Minister of the Interior and Overseas territories Gérald Darmanin appealed to public and private sector companies to give their employees time off so they could aid firefighters. The Group has decided to bolster its support and double the number of days that its volunteer firefighter employees can take per year – the number is increasing from 10 to 20 days. Employees who find themselves called up to provide backup out in t...

Alexandre de Palmas, currently Executive Director of Carrefour Spain, has been appointed Executive Director of Carrefour France, a member of the Group Executive Committee, effective September 4. He succeeds Rami Baitieh, who is leaving the Group to pursue a new professional project abroad. Elodie Perthuisot has been appointed Executive Director of Carrefour Spain, a member of the Group Executive Committee, effective September 4. She retains her position as Executive Director E-commerce, Data an...

BSRIA, a world-renowned authority on the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) markets, has released its latest analysis on global air conditioning (AC) trends, reporting growth driven by climate extremes, changing construction cycles, and rapid technological advancement. At a global level, sales are forecast to continue an upward trend, and 2025 is expected to close showing an overall increase of 3.7% in growth compared to the previous year. However, while demand for cooling has gr...

Following discussions alerting the industry about potential supply shortages of HFC-based refrigerants during its HVACR Next Generation Congress in Riyadh on 28 October 2025, Eurovent Middle East has published its first industry guidance on the impending refrigerant transition in the region. With the ratification of the Kigali Amendment by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in September, the GCC countries are set to phase down hydrofluorocarbon-based refrigerants (HFCs) starting with a baseline freeze...

Building on a successful partnership in Sweden and Denmark, ANEO Retail and Danfoss have identified significant opportunities together in the Nordic food retail market — not just for energy optimization, but for a broader shift in how technical infrastructure is procured and operated. ANEO retail offers a comprehensive Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) model that enables retailers to subscribe to fully managed technical systems, thereby reducing capital investments, whi...

Carrier Rental Systems supported Morrison Construction with a low‑emission, low‑noise temporary power package at the world‑renowned Old Course at St Andrews Links, enabling time‑critical drainage works for Scottish Water ahead of the 2025 golfing season. Carrier Rental Systems is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Founded in 1754, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews is among the most prestigious and historic golf i...

REHAU is set to host a free in-person workshop centered around the future of district heating on 27 November 2025, at The Building Center in London, UK. The Next Level Heat Networks workshop offers a free opportunity to gain innovative insights into low-carbon heat networks, panel discussions, and a chance to network with industry experts.  Implementation of low-carbon solutions The implementation of low-carbon solutions will be pivotal in achieving net zero, which is why REHAU remains c...

Despite 80% of UK homeowners saying they care about climate change, heat pump adoption in UK homes remains critically low, with only 6% making the switch. According to Mitsubishi Electric’s latest report, Heat Pumps: Accelerating the Switch, one of the biggest barriers isn't technology or awareness, but the cost of electricity.  Average household electricity bill For many UK households, switching to a heat pump isn’t a question of willingness, but the affordability of electri...

CAREL invites professionals involved in the development and design of HVAC/R solutions to join the free webinar “STone Virtual Loop – Advanced emulation tool for HVAC/R software development”, scheduled for 2 December 2025 at 4 pm CET. The 45-minute session, held in English, will demonstrate how virtual emulation can make development teams’ work more efficient and improve the quality of results. During the webinar, Matteo Galenda, CAREL Application Specialist HVAC Re...