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IOR RACHP EngTech Section Launches New Technician App

The IOR’s RACHP EngTech Section is proud to announce the launch of an innovative mobile technician’s app, now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

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All Set for the 126th IOR Annual Dinner

Bookings are open for the 126th IOR Annual Dinner, which will be held on 12 February 2026. Building on the resounding success of last year’s occasion, ‘The Original Fridge Dinner’ will return to the elegant Hilton London Bankside. 

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IOR Autumn 2025 Newsletter Now Available

Read the IOR's latest newsletter for the latest on the Institute's activities, including an update on its skills objectives. This issue also includes articles written by industry stakeholders.

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IOR Elections Open

Members can now vote for their next President-Elect and two new Trustees. Read the candidates' statements here.

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Invitation to the 2025 Annual General Meeting of Members

This year’s AGM will be held on 29th October. members can vote in advance, or attend live in person or online.

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Working To Address Skills Challenges

Read about IOR's new outreach plans to address skills shortages and complete our skills needs survey.

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Strengthening the RACHP Industry's Engagement with Key Stakeholders

The IOR’s work in building relationships and exchanging ideas with the International Compressor Conference was highlighted during the event’s 14th edition.

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Take Part in the ETL Scheme Review

The Energy Technology List (ETL) scheme is currently under review. Several webinars are being held to gather input, giving you the opportunity to help keep the criteria up to date and ensure best practices are maintained across all areas.

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RACHP Careers Feature in National Press

The national press invited the IOR to help prepare a feature on careers in the growing sector of RACHP.

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Reflections on Adaptation 2025

"What really stuck with me (...) was the urgency, the sense that everyone knows adaptation can’t wait", says Lisa Waters after organising last week's International Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures. From key conference insights to the experience of exchanging ideas with delegates from 18 countries, she shares her reflections in this article.

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IOR Recognises Student Research at Adaptation 2025

Institute of Refrigeration President, Lisa Jane Cook FInstR, presented certificates and prizes in recognition of three outstanding research papers presented by students at the IOR-organised First IIR International Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures.

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Joining Us At Adaptation 2025?

We are looking forward to welcoming over 110 delegates to the first IIR Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures, organised by the IOR.

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