
BITZER adds 28 new apprentices and dual students across Germany
The 2026 intake adds industrial management training, while two more occupations are planned for 2027.

UNEP strengthens HFC quota and RAC efficiency cooperation across island states
Officials urged transparent quota allocation, stronger e-licensing and closer integration of energy efficiency into RAC policies.

Danfoss Launches Oil-Free Check Valve Production in Monterrey, Mexico
The expanded range will include 12 models designed to improve capacity and efficiency in Turbocor-based chillers and heat pumps.

Lennox Opens Florida Training Center as HVAC Technician Shortage Persists
The facility supports four technical and leadership career tracks, while a paid apprenticeship has trained nearly 1,600 technicians since 2016.

Research and Markets forecasts HVAC filters market at $6.21 billion by 2031
Demand is being driven by indoor air quality rules, energy-efficiency targets and growth in pharmaceutical cleanroom applications.

Williams Adds New Height Options to Jade Refrigerated Counters
Configurations from 757 mm to 857 mm use a choice of castors and top hats, with taller and plinth-mounted options also available.

Thermo King to unveil new electric refrigeration systems at IAA 2026
The E-Zone showcase will highlight energy recovery, fuel savings, connected fleet tools and modular batteries for cold chain operators.

Global Cooling Pledge Assembly to advance sustainable cooling in Singapore
Governments, industry and finance partners will connect on scalable solutions as the Pledge's governing body holds its first formal meeting.

FreezPak opens new cold storage facility in New Jersey
The site adds 9.85 million ft³ of temperature-controlled capacity near key ports and highways for food, pharma and other perishables.

VDKF Survey Shows Stable German Refrigeration Sector in 2026
Order backlogs rose to 13 weeks, while skilled-labor shortages and tighter F-gas quotas pose mounting challenges for contractors.

Daikin Lists 65 Multi-Split A2A Heat Pumps on UK MCS Directory
The certification route avoids additional retesting and advances the systems toward potential eligibility for UK government support.

BRANZ finds New Zealand homes warmer as heat pump use rises
More than 60% of households now use heat pumps, while 41% of overnight bedroom readings remain below 16°C.