Nordic Climate Group Acquires UK Refrigeration and HVAC Firm Allcool Sweden/UK: Nordic Climate Group has expanded its operations in the United Kingdom through the acquisition of Allcool (NW) Limited, a refrigeration, air-conditioning and service company based in Poulton-le-Fylde near Blackpool. Established in 1977, Allcool serves public and commercial clients, including schools, hospitals, local authorities and commercial buildings. The company employs around 40 people and wi

Italy to supply industrial boilers to heat Ukraine after energy strikes Ukraine: Ukraine is set to receive heating equipment from Italy in the coming days to support regions affected by recent strikes on energy infrastructure, according to Kyrylo Budanov. He stated that the delivery forms part of international assistance aimed at stabilising the country’s energy situation following large-scale attacks. The support follows agreements reached between Ukrainian President Volodym

Mitsubishi Electric Subsidiary Invests in ADTTech for Smarter Factories China: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Mitsubishi Electric Intelligent Manufacturing Technology (China) Group Co., Ltd., has acquired a stake in ADT Technology Service (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., a software developer based in Suzhou, China. The acquisition follows an existing collaboration agreement between the two companies. The investment is intended to support the pr

National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health calls for stronger gas safety measures after recent incidents Malaysia: National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health executive director Datuk Ayop Salleh said recent incidents involving gas leaks and explosions have highlighted the need for improved training and stronger risk management practices to prevent similar occurrences. He stated that all parties should treat such incidents with seriousness, referring to cas

Handshake UK: Nordic Climate Group has expanded its UK operations through the acquisition of Technical Retail Services Ltd (TRS), a Glasgow-based provider of refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical services with operations across Scotland and England. The acquisition enhances the Group’s UK footprint and adds a service-focused business with established partnerships with several of the country’s leading retailers. Founded in 1998, TRS has earned a strong reputation in the re

Selsmart and Lloyd launch appliance exchange programme in India India: Selsmart, the exchange and recycling platform operated by Attero, has partnered with Lloyd, part of Havells India, to introduce the Lloyd Eco Exchange Program. The initiative allows consumers to exchange old appliances for new Lloyd products, with the assessed value of the old equipment applied towards the purchase. The programme is currently available at selected Havells and Lloyd stores and is expected t

ACCA names Bosch Home Comfort Group as strategic partner USA: Air Conditioning Contractors of America has added Bosch Home Comfort Group as a Premium Strategic Partner under its Strategic Partner Program. The Bosch Home Comfort Group provides heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions across residential and light commercial segments. In August 2025, the group completed the acquisition of the residential and light commercial HVAC business from Johnson Controls and the

Vietnam sets 2026 roadmap to improve business environment Vietnam: Phạm Minh Chính has signed Resolution 02/NĐ-CP, setting out key tasks and measures to improve the business environment and enhance national competitiveness in 2026. The resolution focuses on institutional reform, reduction of business requirements and acceleration of administrative reforms. The Government stated that Việt Nam’s investment climate showed improvement in 2025, supported by progress in administrat

Air Conditioner Extended heatwaves across Southern Europe, particularly in Spain and Greece, continue to spike demand for air conditioning, transforming cooling from a luxury to a necessity. The trend persisted in 2025 amid record temperatures in the region. As per BRG estimates, while only about one-third of homes in Spain had air conditioning at the beginning of the last decade, the adoption has surged with continued growth (pandemic year of 2020 being the only exception) t

Support Smart Energy Transition Netherlands: ABN AMRO is providing EUR 10 million (USD 10.8 million) in financing to Quatt, a manufacturer of smart home energy products, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to accelerating the energy transition in the Netherlands. The financing Support Smart Energy Transition solutions such as heat pumps, home batteries and energy management software, helping address grid congestion and enabling cleaner, smarter and more affordable household ene

Manchester Training Academy UK: Daikin has opened a new training academy in Manchester, United Kingdom, featuring hands-on training rooms, a realistic house setup, and virtual reality facilities to support heat pump and low-carbon heating skills. The academy offers product and industry-accredited training for installers, social housing providers and developers, supporting the growing demand for low-carbon heating and skills development in the region.   Source: HPM

Completes First Phase of Manufacturing India: Copeland has completed the first phase of its ₹500 crore investment (USD 445,000 million) at its Atit manufacturing facility in India, strengthening its local manufacturing footprint. The expansion enables localized production of scroll hermetic compressors, making Copeland the only company manufacturing scroll compressors in India, and was marked by the first shipment of 5 HP India-built scroll compressors. This milestone highlig

HVAC USA: Lennox is investing in its commercial HVAC business to boost product availability, expand distribution capabilities, and enhance the overall customer experience, supporting the needs of today’s commercial contractors, engineers, and building owners.  The company recently expanded its commercial distribution network with the opening of its largest Regional Distribution Center in Edgerton, Kansas. Spanning 763,000 square feet, the facility significantly increases dist

Bosch GERMANY: The Bosch Home Comfort Group is further aligning its management structure to enhance regional customer focus and support global growth. Effective January 1, 2026, Maria Zesch and Stephan Lampel will join the Global Executive Board. Zesch will lead the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) sales region, while Lampel will take over responsibility for commercial functions, succeeding Thomas Volz. These appointments reinforce the company’s focus on addressing dive

Building UK: Between April and August 2025, the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard Pilot Testing Programme was applied to 205 projects from 134 owners, covering a diverse range of building types and sectors. Insights from this pilot are now shaping Version 1 of the Standard in preparation for market launch.  The pilot welcomed applications from buildings across the UK at various stages of development, from early design to post-construction. Projects included both high-perf

Heating network UK: A new regulatory technical requirement for heat networks is set to be introduced on 27 January, promising both practical and long-term benefits. The Heat Network Technical Assurance Scheme (HNTAS), expected in 2026, will ensure all heat networks meet consistent performance standards. Sophie Sibley, Principal Engineer at Synergie Environ, welcomes the development, noting that it will strengthen confidence in the quality of the UK’s heat networks.  HNTAS bui

Climate change TAJISKISTAN: Tajikistan has taken a significant step in addressing climate change by signing an agreement to gradually phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), highly potent greenhouse gases used in cooling systems.  The deal was signed on January 12 in Dushanbe by the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of Tajikistan and the UN Development Programme (UNDP), according to The Caspian Post citing Tajik media.  The agreement launches the “Inte

First Supply Broadens Chicagoland Footprint with Able Distributors Acquisition USA: First Supply has strengthened its position in the Chicagoland market by acquiring Able Distributors, an established heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) supplier with four branch locations in Chicago, South Chicago, Northfield and McHenry. The deal supports First Supply’s long-term growth strategy in a key Midwest region and adds 48 new team members to its workforce. Able Distributors, know

Solar Panels and Heat Pumps Set to Become Costlier in 2026 USA: The expiration of the 30% federal tax credit for residential solar and battery systems at the end of 2025 will make home electrification more expensive for many homeowners in 2026, even if equipment list prices remain unchanged. Leased systems keep credits until the end of 2027, and new lease-to-own and prepaid-lease models are emerging so installers can pass savings to customers. Added costs from tariffs and new

Azerbaijan 2025 HVAC Imports from Turkiye Azerbaijan: In 2025, Azerbaijan imported heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems valued at about US$ 134.571 million from Turkiye, according to trade data reported in January 2026. These imports covered systems used for heating, cooling, and ventilation purposes, reflecting ongoing trade activity in building services equipment between the two neighbouring countries. The figure marks a snapshot of Azerbaijan’s relianc