
CLASP Identifies Key Barriers to Solar Cold Storage Deployment in India
Stakeholders called for local demand studies, stronger market links and seasonal financing to boost cold room use.

Panasonic Launches Air Conditioner Recycling Pilots in Vietnam and Philippines
The projects will test retail-based collection, material recovery and refurbishment models, with potential expansion across ASEAN.

Graco’s ETM and ABB Partner on Motor Technology for Data Center Cooling
The partners aim to install TFM-based direct-drive systems in data centers by the end of 2029, targeting reliability and simpler maintenance.

Trane Technologies to Acquire Canadian Heat-Transfer Manufacturer Cancoil
The deal adds Ontario and Texas manufacturing operations and more than 450 employees, with closing expected by year-end 2026.

ASHRAE Releases Technical Program for 2027 Winter Conference in Illinois
More than 100 sessions across nine tracks will address refrigeration, decarbonization, AI, data centers and thermal network systems.

Reflect Scientific Launches PF-90 Freezer with LN2 Blast and Plate Cooling
The compressor-free unit reaches -80°C in about 10 minutes and handles up to eight 10-liter bags per cycle.

Hoshizaki Launches R-600a Ice Slurry Refrigerator in Japan
The commercial unit supercools up to 60 bottled drinks and targets heatstroke prevention at workplaces, schools and sporting events.

UPS Opens Philippines Hub with Refrigeration for Healthcare Shipments
The 30,000-square-meter facility adds three refrigeration and freezer units, re-icing capability and RFID tracking for critical shipments.

World Refrigeration Day Organises Global HVACR Women Week 2026
Webinars, technical discussions and local events will showcase women's contributions and foster cross-border industry collaboration.

U-3ARC Proposes African RAC Certification Framework at Chillventa 2026
The plan pairs a four-level competency framework with quality-assured assessments, digital credentials and mutual recognition across participating

Carrier to Invest Over $600 Million in Texas Commercial Chiller Plant
The Fort Worth center will add 1,500 jobs and expand capacity for data center, healthcare, education and industrial demand from 2027.

Valeo presents aluminum cooling technology for data centers in California
Valeo says its rear-door aluminum solution boosts cooling capacity by 38% and cuts fan electricity use by 25% versus copper.