International news

The Board of Directors of GF has nominated Thomas Hary as new President of GF Piping Systems, effective 1 June 2025. He succeeds Andreas Müller who has assumed the position on an interim basis alongside his role as CEO of GF. Thomas Hary (44), a German citizen, has held various positions at GF since joining the company in 2005. He began his career in strategic planning at GF Machining Solutions and moved to GF Piping Systems in 2011. Wide range of business segments Since 1 October 2019,...

A South East-based property developer has delivered its latest exclusive development of 10 energy-efficient, high-end homes with the support of Baxi’s air source heat pumps and supporting services. Riverdale Developments set out to deliver homes with a low environmental impact and a luxury, high specification finish, so the developer’s appointed heating contractor, Jackson Plumbing & Heating Ltd., required a suitable heating system to meet such requirements. low-carbon heating...

Vega Movil, one of the Dominican Republic's most prominent automotive dealership networks, faced a pressing challenge after expanding its operations to new warehouse facilities in Santiago, La Vega, and Punta Cana. Despite modern infrastructure, these facilities grappled with soaring electricity bills that strained operational budgets. The core issue stemmed from the HVAC systems, which, although newly installed, lacked automation. This absence of smart climate control led to inefficient energ...

Eurovent is proud to announce J2 Innovations’ continued support as Gold Sponsor of the EUROVENTSUMMIT for a second consecutive year. Join them on 24-26 September in Prague, under the forward-looking theme #ManufacturingForTomorrow. J2 Innovations is a provider of control and management software specifically designed for HVAC and refrigeration equipment. J2 Innovations is a wholly owned subsidiary of Siemens and is known for creating the FIN Framework, a next-generation software platform f...

Residents in 74 homes are having their lives changed and bills reduced thanks to ground source heat pumps (GSHP) in Appledore and Charing. The £2.2m scheme is the first time that Ashford Borough Council has installed GSHP heating systems in its residential properties. Energy-saving measures The scheme is part of a bigger drive by the council to retrofit around 700 homes with energy-saving measures using Government funding of £5.1m. The money – from the Social Housing Decarbo...

Mitsubishi Electric has welcomed the Government’s release of another £940 million for Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonization Fund to help Local Authorities remove gas heating from their buildings. As the UK’s largest heat pump manufacturer, Mitsubishi Electric is now calling on the Government to look at similar initiatives to help reduce carbon in the private sector. Heat pumps and low-carbon heating Since 2020, the Public Sector Decarbonization Fund has made...

The CAREL Industries Board of Directors has approved the consolidated results as of 31 March 2025, with consolidated revenues equal to €147.4 million, +0.7% compared to the first three months 2024. The consolidated adjusted EBITDA amounted to €27.6 million, representing 18.6% of revenues and showing an improvement compared to the same period of the previous year. Second quarter with revenue Given the solid results achieved during the first quarter, the continued strength of the...

REHAU UK’s building solutions division has appointed Jack Trivett to Area Sales Manager for the Southwest of England and the South of Wales, focused on their pre-insulated pipe systems in a move to support the growing district heating market. Jack is already an experienced Area Sales Manager, with a successful history of working with stakeholders on commercial projects. He joined REHAU in September 2020 as a Product Management Assistant, following the completion of his Business Informatio...

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Energy Recovery Components’ (PG-ERC) unanimously re-elected Rikard Lindbom as its Vice-Chairperson. His appointment affirms his continued leadership in one of the pioneering European HVAC working groups. Rikard Lindbom, Product Area Director Energy Recovery at RECUTECH, brings over 16 years of experience in the energy sector, encompassing sales, production technology, and product management. Europe’s transition to a sustainable future Lindbom...

CAREL will participate in LIGNA 2025, the pioneering international trade fair for wood processing, taking place from May 26 to 30, 2025, in Hannover, Germany. The company will showcase advanced solutions for controlling environmental conditions in industrial processes. CAREL’s offering for the sector includes humidification systems, heat recovery units, and integrated control of high-efficiency components, all designed to reduce energy consumption and improve the quality of finished produ...

Nidec Global Appliance’s booth at AWE 2025 - one of the world’s largest home appliances and consumer electronics trade shows - held from March 20 to 23, 2025, in China, was the stage for the launch of the new Embraco residential refrigeration compressor: the Embraco Atom. It stands to be the most compact variable-speed compressor for residential applications on the market, designed to democratize this energy-efficient technology. The product was granted the AWE Innovation Award duri...

Navien UK, a pioneering provider of heating and hot water solutions, has expanded its exclusive partnership with Ultimate Renewables Supplies to include the distribution of its new PEM750 heat pump. Navien UK partnered with APP Wholesale Ltd in 2024 to bring its full line of heating and hot water products to regional and national merchants across the UK. Navien’s low-carbon technology The addition of the PEM750 further strengthens this established relationship, providing installers The...

Armstrong Fluid Technology has introduced a powerful new capability within its ADEPT selection platform: the Integrated Designer. The Integrated Designer simplifies the process of selecting and sizing pumps, accessories and more — all from a single interface. Values for system flow Designed to save time and improve accuracy and energy efficiency, the tool enables the seamless creation of comprehensive equipment schedules and system layouts with pre-configured solutions. Using the suppl...

The latest CIBSE-approved CPD from Ideal Heating Commercial – the UK’s market pioneer of high efficiency commercial heating solutions – is focused firmly on the modern plant room. It addresses plant room surveying, along with the evolution of the plant room and heat source technology over recent years, brought about, in part, through legislation and product innovation. heating system replacement New CPD concentrates on modern, energy-efficient plant room retrofits using heat...

Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) is making its final preparations for a trio of forthcoming energy sector events taking place in Europe and Asia. Visitors to the Teledyne GFD booth at All Energy 2025 (Glasgow, UK, 14-15 May), World Hydrogen Summit 2025 (Rotterdam, Netherlands, 20-22 May) and World Gas Congress 2025 (Beijing, China, 19-23 May) will learn for themselves the advantages of tapping into sector knowledge and solutions that stem from deca...

UL Solutions, a service provider to the HVACR industry and various other sectors, has become the first official Silver Sponsor of the 2025 EUROVENTSUMMIT, taking place from 24-26 September, 2025, in Prague, Czechia. UL Solutions is a pioneer in applied safety science. It transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. The company delivers testing, inspection, and certification services, plus software and advisory offerings...

Carrier Solutions UK is set to make an impact at HVAC+R at UK Construction Week 2025, with an impressive stand showcasing its expanded portfolio of best-in-class heating and cooling solutions. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.  Latest advances in heat pumps Under the theme “Power Play as One Team”, Carrier Solutions UK’s stand will unite three of the...

Viessmann Climate Solution UK's Vitotrol 100-E Modulation Control is now available for new Vitodens 050-W gas condensing boilers, allowing end-users to wirelessly control their hot water and heating. Viessmann Climate Solutions is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Launched in 2023 for its Vitodens 100-W and 111-W unvented system and combi storage boilers, Viessmann has also released a Vitotrol 100-EH model for heat pumps,...

A survey conducted by Baxi of 200 state school estate managers, consultant engineers, and M&E contractors has found that while enthusiasm for net zero and support for low-carbon heating systems in schools is thriving, persistent barriers remain. The survey found extremely strong support for net zero within schools, with 90% of estates managers who responded agreeing that net zero is a priority, a sentiment echoed by 78% of consultant engineers and contractors. 99% of the school estate manag...

A-Gas, a pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services, announces that Andrew Stride will serve as General Manager for their Canadian operations and expanded business in Nova Scotia. Andrew Stride joined A-Gas in the fall of 2021 and became Director of Operations in Canada in late 2023. During his tenure leading A-Gas’ Canadian operations at the Hamilton site, Andrew has led the start-up facility in Stoney Creek, Ontario, fro...

Carrefour is pursuing its ambition to make reading accessible to all from an early age, and has set itself the target of selling 30 million 1 euro books by 2030. This initiative is in line with its program to combat illiteracy and dyslexia-related disorders. Making reading accessible to all, in particular by giving the youngest children a taste for reading, is a social challenge and a factor of inclusion, to which Carrefour intends to contribute by launching a new collection of 20 books at 1&eu...

Saudi Arabia will host the inaugural World Stadiums and Arenas Summit (WSAS) from April 29–30 at the Mandarin Oriental, Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s mission to become a pioneer in sports infrastructure and mega-event hosting. Held in association with Saudi Green Building Forum, the flagship event is set to welcome over 1,000 international industry leaders, decision-makers, and professionals, alongside 100+ exhibitors from more than 50 countr...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, has been featured on the Financial Times’ list of Europe’s Climate Pioneers for the fifth consecutive year. Compiled in collaboration with market research company Statista, this list highlights European businesses that have achieved the greatest reductions in their emissions intensity between 2018 and 2023. Reduction of gas emissions "We are honored to be recognized by the Financial Times as one of Europe’s climate pioneers for the fi...

Ideal Heating Commercial POD Heat Interface Units (HIUs) and Evomax 2 condensing boilers have been installed into Ash View Extra Care in Huddersfield as part of a heat network designed to heat the 50 one and two-bedroom flats and communal areas, along with hot water, at this new development for Kirklees Council.  Ash View Extra Care is a specialist housing development, designed to maintain the independence of older people who have care and/or support needs. Hard-wired Mbus heat meters Id...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire has announced that its Magnelis® steel-based ventilation systems are now being made from XCarb® recycled and renewably produced steel. Leading the way in sustainability, Nuaire is the first UK ventilation manufacturer to switch to this innovative steel, which will result in a 64% reduction in CO2 emissions on these products within the first year alone, compared with the same steel manufactured via the conventional s...

ACV UK, a globally renowned specialist in hot water and heating solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Expert Academy Training and Technology Center at its headquarters in Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland.  This state-of-the-art facility is designed to equip customers with the skills needed to install, maintain, and service hot water and heating products. Range of accredited courses New Expert Academy Training and Technology Center in Dalgety Bay offers engineers and insta...

Hamworthy Heating, technical experts in commercial heating and hot water products, is pleased to announce a new offer for 2025: free commissioning on all Stratton mk3 wall-hung condensing boilers. This free commissioning promotion applies to all Stratton mk3 models ordered between April 1 and invoiced by December 31, 2025, and offers customers the opportunity to optimise their system’s performance from the outset. For added peace of mind, each boiler is also backed by...

Following its European debut in September 2024, the compact Yutaki M R32 Series 2 air-to-water heat pump is now fully available in the UK market. Designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind, it delivers space heating, cooling, and domestic hot water (DHW) — all in a sleek, modern unit ideal for small homes and new-build properties.   With models ranging from 4.3 kW to 8 kW, the Yutaki M Series 2 fits perfectly into homes with limited indoor space. Its monobloc design means everyt...

Two Tyneham 290HT 27kW air source heat pumps from Hamworthy Heating – a trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products – have been installed in cascade for underfloor heating in a new extension at a primary school in Cambridge. To accurately meet the heating requirements of the new school extension and ensure an even distribution of heat, the new system from Hamworthy Heating includes two 290HT 27kW Tyneham heat pumps with natural refrigerant,...

“Operating in an industry that has a significant impact on counteracting climate change, as well as on the delivery of hygienic drinking water, GF Building Flow Solutions strives continuously to pioneer in sustainable water solutions for buildings." "The manufacturing of our products and solutions is based on sound environmental management practices, embracing renewable energy sources across our global operations to reduce their environmental footprint. We are committed to takin...