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HANSA Klimasysteme GmbH, based in 26683 Saterland / Strücklingen, has stood for customized, high-quality ventilation and air conditioning units for every conceivable application in industry and buildings since 1961. Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of the time. Customized system solutions for ventilation and air conditioning units in all areas of application are what HANSA Klimageräte GmbH is offering. The company is focusing on innovation and development in order to...

UK ventilation manufacturer - Nuaire will proudly be displaying its sustainability credentials at this year’s UK Construction Week at the NEC, Birmingham, 30th September – 2nd October, on stand D71. With increasing emphasis being placed on reducing embodied carbon within mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems – which are estimated to account for around 23% of a building’s embodied carbon – Nuaire is pioneering the ventilation industry in its drive to su...

A roundtable event hosted by heating and hot water solutions provider Baxi welcomed representatives from government and industry to discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding the decarbonization of heat in care homes. The roundtable was used to highlight the results of a recent Baxi research report. This summer, Baxi carried out a survey of over 400 care home managers, followed by an industry-led focus group to understand their attitudes towards decarbonizing heat in their buildings....

The European Climate Neutrality Observatory (ECNO) has released a 2025 report, which warns that building emissions remain one of the key roadblocks towards net-zero targets. Between 2018 and 2023, annual CO₂ cuts from the sector were about 16.5 million tons: and it has to double by 2030, the study says. The report points to stalled renovations as the main cause. Only 1% of buildings are upgraded each year, while deep retrofits reach just 0.2-0.3% of the existing stock. At the same time, embodie...

Saudi Arabia’s Western region is currently building on its $692 billion construction projects pipeline, representing 55% of the Kingdom’s $1.25 trillion development plan (Source: Knight Frank). In response to this burgeoning scale of opportunity, Jeddah Construct, the largest construction event in the Western Province, returns for its second edition from 28 – 30 September 2025 at the new Jeddah Superdome. Following a successful launch in 2024, the exhibition, organized by dmg...

Eurovent is proud to announce codeBIM as a Silver Sponsor of the EUROVENT SUMMIT 2025. Join them on 24-26 September, in Prague, under the forward-looking theme #ManufacturingForTomorrow. codeBIM develops trusted industry 4.0 solutions for manufacturers in the construction industry that help grow business, strengthen brand preference, and open the door to bigger projects. 3D BIM model generator codeBIM will showcase its latest developments in BIM-based data management, cloud collaboration Wit...

Eurovent is pleased to announce that the International Copper Association Europe will join the 2025 EUROVENTSUMMIT as the official Copper Sponsor. The Summit starts on 24 September at the Vienna House by Wyndham Diplomat in Prague. The International Copper Association (ICA) Europe is the pionner advocate for the copper industry in Europe which represents companies that mine, smelt, and recycle copper for use across the economy, in the electricity system, buildings and transport industry. As a...

CAREL, the Italian multinational specializing in control solutions for refrigeration and air conditioning, will be exhibiting at Host Milano 2025, the major international event for the hospitality industry. CAREL’s presence at the event will focus on solutions for food service, combining energy efficiency, reliability, ease of use, and elegance. In plug-ins for professional and commercial refrigeration, the latest-generation electronic controls manage continuous modulation of compressor...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, rang the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) Opening Bell® to celebrate its fifth year as a focused climate company with a purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. The company and its historic brands have been represented on the New York Stock Exchange for more than a century, symbolizing endurance, growth and transformation in the global marketplace. Annual revenue growth rate Trane Technologies has delivered...

Eurovent has released a Recommendation on AHU controls in Building Automation under the revised EPBD, outlining how integrated systems support compliance, enable monitoring, and optimize energy use. The recommendation outlines the capability of available AHU control systems to foster objectives of Directive 2024/1275, Recast EPBD, in a technically and economically feasible way. It provides recommendations on specific requirements to be implemented in the transposition of the Directive by M...

Samsung Climate Solutions announces its latest partnership with national home assistance provider, HomeServe, to grow its service coverage for its heat pump customers. The collaboration allows Samsung to expand its existing service and repair network, providing homeowners and heat pump installers with the assurance needed when selecting and installing its solutions. Samsung’s heat pump customers As part of the alliance, Samsung’s heat pump clients will be able to take be...

Saudi Arabia’s construction sector is entering a transformative era, and at the forefront of this shift is the 2nd Building Envelope Design and Insulation Conference (BEDIC 2025), taking place on 10–11 September 2025 at the JW Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, KSA.  The conference will focus on advancing sustainable building practices by addressing energy efficiency, resilience, and the integration of innovative materials and design solutions. Future of sustainable building design...

Saudi Arabia’s construction sector continues to expand at an unprecedented pace, with more than $400 billion worth of projects in the pipeline under Vision 2030. Against this backdrop, the 2nd MEP International Conference (MEPIC 2025) will take place on 10–11 September 2025 at JW Marriott Riyadh, in Riyadh, KSA, bringing together regional and international stakeholders to discuss the evolving role of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in shaping the Kingdom’s f...

Baxi has launched the Amptec S, a state-of-the-art electric system boiler to provide an energy-efficient alternative heating and hot water solution to gas. As a pioneer in sustainable heating solutions, Baxi’s expansion of its established portfolio of electric boilers signals its ongoing commitment to enable installers to offer an alternative heating solution with the removal of gas without compromising on comfort. Reduced energy use and running costs Amptec S is open in six models, ran...

Sweden’s Bluewater, a world-pioneering innovator of advanced water purification and beverage solutions, will showcase its groundbreaking Emergency Water Station at DSEI UK 2025, the flagship defense and security event being held at ExCeL London, 9–12 September. Visitors can find Bluewater in the Medical Hub with Promoteq, booth N2-165 (West Entrance). With over 1,600 exhibitors and 45,000 visitors, DSEI UK is the defense industry’s premier forum for global cooperation, conne...

The International Built Environment Week (IBEW) 2025 opened at the Expo & Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, marking a major convergence of innovation, expertise, and sustainability in the built environment sector. Spearheaded by BCA International, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), and in partnership with RX Singapore, IBEW is the anchor platform for a week of diverse activities catering to the entire built environment ecosystem. With industry ex...

Gulf-O-Flex, a pioneer in advanced HVAC and building insulation solutions, announced the launch of Gulf-O-Flex Assist, a first-of-its-kind digital platform delivering instant compliance statements, insulation thickness calculations, and carbon/payback reporting. The platform cuts consultant submittal turnaround from days to minutes, enabling faster approvals and more sustainable project outcomes. Transforming Consultant Engagement Gulf-O-Flex Assist fuses verified product data with stat...

Eurovent has published a policy brief calling for urgent EU action to support the transition to sustainable cooling. The document outlines the priorities to ensure Europe is prepared for a future marked by rising temperatures. The policy brief highlights the vital role that cooling plays in key sectors such as food cold chain, pharmaceuticals, data centers, electric vehicles, and human comfort. With global cooling demand expected to triple by 2050 and Europe warming at twice the global averag...

Eurovent is pleased to welcome Pro-Lam, one of the major providers of insulation and sheet solutions for the HVAC industry, as a silver sponsor of the EUROVENT SUMMIT 2025. Pro-Lam, established in 1985, specializes in industries that involve extruding aluminum profiles, pressure die-casting lightweight alloys and molding plastic for a variety of applications on both a national and international level. Range of standard profiles and accessories Join them on 24-26 September in Prague, under the...

GE Technology Inc. (Getek) announces the launch of the ACU portable air cleaning unit. ACU combines high-efficiency particulate control with customizable molecular filtration in a self-contained mobile unit, offering a solution for indoor air quality and controlled-environment contamination control in both commercial and industrial settings. HEPA and Molecular Control Unlike conventional portable air cleaners limited to HEPA filtration and generic carbon media, the ACU offers ULPA-class parti...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist - Nuaire has had its Drimaster ECO-HEAT-HC Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) unit and Cyfan extract fans installed into a Grade II listed almshouse in Brixton, where it has dramatically reduced humidity levels in this unusual social housing property.  The Gresham almshouses, built in 1884, is located on The City of London Almshouses estate, a small development of one-bedroom, self-contained dwellings, which offer homes for people a...

Eurovent has published a new recommendation on ventilation systems in new and renovated residential buildings in support of the recast EPBD goals. It provides guidance on the application of technologies that ensure good IAQ. Renovated residential buildings This first edition Recommendation on ventilation systems in new and renovated residential buildings responds directly to the objectives of the recast Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD 2024/1275), advocating for harmonized IAQ...

As the world’s first professional platform dedicated to the electric heating industry in the Southeast Asian market, this exhibition is themed “Green Energy · Heating the Future.” It integrates the entire industry chain, combining technologies, policy resources, and market demand to create an international event featuring exhibitions, business matchmaking, and technical exchange. The exhibition is expected to attract 400+ exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions,...

As part of a major decarbonization initiative in one of London’s most prestigious commercial districts, ACV UK, a renowned specialist in hot water and heating solutions, has delivered a fully electric plant room solution for a high-rise building in Canary Wharf. Featuring E-Tech W electric boilers and Smart L 600 indirect cylinders, the new system replaces the site’s gas-fired plant, supporting the client’s transition to a low-carbon future. Net-zero legislation The project...

The region’s premier built environment event, International Built Environment Week (IBEW), returns from 3–5 September 2025 with a renewed focus on elevating industry expertise through its inaugural IBEW Expert Series. Spearheaded by BCA International, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Building and Construction Authority, in partnership with RX Singapore, this year’s conference introduces a dynamic new format designed to drive deep knowledge exchange and empower built environme...

As the healthcare sector begins to plan how new government infrastructure funding will be spent, Carrier is urging NHS estates teams to prioritize ventilation upgrades as part of long-term building improvement strategies. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The government’s June 2025 Spending Review confirmed £750 million of targeted investment for infrastructure repairs across more than 400 NHS hospitals,...

Carrier Commercial HVAC has been supporting London Gatwick Airport with its ‘Decade of Change’ goals by providing proactive service and maintenance for the airport’s cooling infrastructure. Carrier Commercial HVAC is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. London Gatwick is the UK’s second-busiest airport, welcoming tens of millions of passengers every year. To maintain optimal conditions for passengers, staff, an...

Cleaner Safer Group (CSG) - parent company to independent not-for-profit organizations, HETAS and Woodsure – appoints Barry Cope as its new Chief Executive Officer. Barry takes the reins from Bruce Allen, who has been in the role at HETAS since 2006 and at Woodsure since 2017. Bruce will remain with the organization until he retires in September, working with Barry for a smooth transition period. Driven by a shared mission to create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment, HET...

Automated Logic - Canada, Ltd., a major provider of innovative building-management solutions and a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, announced that it has acquired Control Solutions, Ltd. (CSL), an independent provider of integrated building-automation systems headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia. The transaction establishes ALC’s first company-owned controls field office in Vancouver, significantly expanding its intel...

Renfrewshire Council is to replace the gas supply in two of its council housing high-rise blocks with an innovative networked ground source heat pump solution, which will be the largest installation of its kind in Scotland. Residents at the two multi-storey blocks in Gallowhill, Paisley will see their gas supply replaced with the renewable heating system, installed by contractor Kensa, which collects heat from underground pipes and transfers it to homes using an individual shoebox ground source...