Trane upgrades Sintesis Advantage chillers and heat pumps
New refrigerant and condensate designs target reliability and winter safety, while an XXLN option cuts sound by up to 10 dB(A).
MarketsandMarkets projects heat pump market to reach $169.04 billion by 2031
Electrification, decarbonization policies and low-GWP refrigerants are supporting adoption, with commercial buildings set to lead end-user growth.
Haier Launches R290 Heat Pumps from 3.5 to 40 kW in Denmark with Solar
Solar will provide Danish installers with product training and technical support, with trained installers eligible for a six-year warranty.
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.
MTA Germany and ICS Cool Energy combine operations in Germany
The combined portfolio spans permanent systems, rental solutions, installation, commissioning and outage support.
MRCOOL launches 15,000 BTU TravelCool heat pump for US RV market
The inverter-driven R-32 system offers ducted or ductless configurations, app-based controls and operation as quiet as 55 dB.
GL2026 Highlights Natural Refrigerants in Net-Zero Energy Transition
Case studies compared low-charge ammonia and transcritical CO2 performance, while Bristol was named host of the 2028 conference.
MarketsandMarkets forecasts heat pump market at $162.56 billion by 2030
Regulations, efficiency mandates and demand for fossil fuel alternatives are expected to drive adoption across key applications.
Beijer Ref expands natural refrigerant offering with Lithuanian acquisition
The deal adds Refra’s CO2 refrigeration and propane chiller and heat pump expertise, pending Lithuanian competition approval.
Danfoss reports 18% organic growth in Climate Solutions in H1 2026
Data center demand and heat pump uptake lifted the segment's operational EBITA margin to 18.1%, prompting a higher group outlook.
Insights on Heat Pumps
KARYER Leaves a Strong Impact at MCE 2026
Partner's material KARYER participated in Mostra Convegno 2026, one of the most significant meeting points of the HVAC&R industry, held in Milan, Italy, from March 24-27, 2026. The exhibition showcased the latest innovations and engineering solutions in heating, cooling, ventilation, and air conditioning technologies to industry professionals. Throughout the event, KARYER had the opportunity to
MCE 2026 Opens in Milan with Focus on Natural Refrigerants, Data Center Cooling, and Heat Pumps
The 44th edition of MCE – Mostra Convegno Expocomfort opened today at Fiera Milano Rho, with over 1,600 exhibiting companies from 48 countries presenting technologies across 12 halls through 27 March. The event is expected to draw more than 120,000 professionals, including official delegations of 320 selected international buyers from 39 countries. This year’s edition
Danfoss Climate Solutions Sets a Growth Course: Kristian Strand on Strategy and Talent
At EuroShop 2026, Sergei Mukminov, Editor-in-Chief of Refindustry.com, spoke with Kristian Strand, President of Danfoss Climate Solutions. Building on their previous conversation at Chillventa 2024—when Strand led Danfoss Commercial Compressors—the interview explores his first year in the new role, Danfoss’ priorities for the next five years, and how the company integrates acquisitions while keeping customer