The IOR is now inviting members to join its Board of Trustees. As a Trustee, you will help oversee the IOR’s governance and strategic direction. The Board is comprised of ten members, with two new members elected each year to ensure diverse representation and increased member participation.

To stand for election, please submit a short statement, a photo, and secure support from two members. For nomination forms and additional details, visit www.ior.org.uk/about/BecomeaTrustee. Applications are due by 1 August 2024. Voting members will select the two new trustees in an online election in October.

 

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Constitution update and revision 2026

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About the IOR

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The Institute of Refrigeration is the professional engineering body for all individuals working in RACHP. Find out more about the IOR here. 

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What we do

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Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new  technologies and professional development.

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Join us

23 Apr 2026

When you become a member of the Institute of Refrigeration you are joining a group of specialist experts driving the sector forward.

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Exploring the Critical Role of Thermal Insulation in Refrigeration and the Cold Chain

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Join us on 5 November for an IOR Technical Talk featuring two presentations that explore the vital role thermal insulation plays in refrigeration and cold chain applications.

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