Graeme Fox CEng, discusses the industry’s skills gap and the challenge of recognising experienced workers without formal qualifications. A new industry working group, is developing an experienced worker accreditation route to address the issue. Visit: acrjournal.uk/news/driving-t…

In the October/November issue of the ACR Journal, the CuSP spotlights copper as a solution to this water crisis, with the resilient material being used successfully in plumbing for generations. To read the story in full visit: acrjournal.uk/news/spotlight…

Conex Bänninger UK has strengthened its market-leading >B< MaxiPro range with the launch of a new size; 2 1/8”, designed to meet the demands of larger commercial refrigeration installations. To find out more visit: acrjournal.uk/news/b-maxipro…

Worcester Bosch has announced Ed Thomas as the newly appointed Head of Government & External Affairs. Ed has taken over the role from Martyn Bridges, who retired in September. To read more visit: acrjournal.uk/news/worcester…

As of January 1st 2027, Hayley Cattell, will in addition to her Managing Director role be appointed Vice President Beijer Ref UK and Ireland and be part of the EMEA Leadership Team. To read the artcile in full visit: acrjournal.uk/news/beijer-re…

We are excited to launch the latest edition of ACR Journal. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of trends, sharpen your knowledge, or simply enjoy a great industry read, there’s something in here for you. Visit: heyzine.com/flip-book/ACR_OC…

Unison Ltd, has employed James MacFadyen MEng as technical sales engineer & product specialist. Previously a senior operations team lead with insurance business Allianz. To read the story in full visit: acrjournal.uk/news/new-techn…

BITZER UK has strengthened its industrial refrigeration expertise with the appointment of Harsha Batta as Technical Sales Manager. Bringing experience across industrial and commercial refrigeration projects, technical sales and business development. acrjournal.uk/news/bitzer-uk…

Condair has appointed Umar Kheal as Area Sales Manager for the north of England and North Wales. Umar brings extensive HVAC experience, having previously worked at LG and Mitsubishi. acrjournal.uk/news/umar-khea…

A Lawton Tubes factory worker is marking half a century of service. Dave White joined Lawton Tubes, as a fresh-faced 17-year-old in September 1976 after being made redundant at another firm. To read his story in full visit:  acrjournal.uk/news/a-lawton-…

Alfa Laval UK has announced the appointment of AKS Heat Transfer Ltd as an Authorised Service Partner, strengthening our nationwide service network and enhancing support for customers operating Alfa Laval heat exchanger equipment across the United Kingdom. acrjournal.uk/news/energy-di…

Experts from around the world came together to share solutions for building climate-resilient refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems. Close to 70 abstracts have now been accepted for the 2nd IIR International Conference Adaptation 2027). acrjournal.uk/news/adaptatio…

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has hailed the “outstanding achievement” of Sam Jones who won the gold medal in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. To read the story in full visit: acrjournal.uk/news/besa-cele…

Go beyond compliance at the BESA annual conference. Join industry leaders for a day of expert insight, practical advice, inspiring speakers and valuable networking. Final tickets are now available – secure yours today by visiting: conference.thebesa.com

Carrier has called for a major industry-wide commitment to public education to address conflicting figures and online misconceptions surrounding data centre water usage.  To read more visit: acrjournal.uk/news/a-call-fo…

HSS ProService Marketplace and Cross Rental Services have renewed their long-standing partnership,  ensuring professional customers benefit from specialist HVAC and refrigeration expertise, tailored engineering support. To read more visit: acrjournal.uk/news/hss-prose…

Anna Shephard the new President of BESA for 2026/27, during her inaugural speech, urged everyone working in the building engineering sector to “take pride” in the increasingly important role they play in improving the built environment. To read more visit: acrjournal.uk/news/new-besa-…

🏆 Have you got a trainee who deserves to be recognised? Enter them into The ACR & Heat Pump Trainee Of The Year Awards. acrjournal.uk/acr-trainee-of… #HeatPumps #TraineeOfTheYear #TrainingProviders #RACHP #Apprenticeships #Engineering #HVAC #Refrigeration #AirConditioning

6 in 10 Britons (58%) think planning permission for data centres should depend on them sharing excess heat via a local network, polling from Censuswide, commissioned by energy experts EnergiRaven has found. To read the story in full visit: acrjournal.uk/news/polling-f…

Lawton Tubes, hosted West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker and Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Corin Crane for a glimpse of its new £20 million headquarters, which is currently under construction and due to open early next year. acrjournal.uk/news/lawton-tu…