28 Aug 2024
Nominations are now open for the IOR Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognises outstanding field engineers with exceptional dedication to service, maintenance, or installation engineering careers.
This award includes a £400 cash prize and an invitation to the IOR Annual Dinner. Employers, clients, and colleagues are encouraged to submit nominations for individuals working in a field-based role in refrigeration, air conditioning, or heat pump services. Nominees should have significant technician experience and remain active in the industry.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a phone interview to discuss their experience. The deadline for nominations is 15 November.
Find out more and nominate here.
2 Mar 2026
Fully Booked - wait list open. The launch of the IOR's Industry Skills Alliance for individuals interested in shaping the future of the skills agenda for the RACHP sector. Find out more about the event and the role of the Skills Alliance here.
24 Feb 2026
A review of the IOR Constitution has been carried out to ensure it complies with current Charity Commission guidance and improve the wording for clarity. Open for consultation and comment by members until 30th April 2026.
30 Mar 2026
The Institute is marking the occasion with a special offer designed to support the career progression of section subscribers.
23 Mar 2026
The IOR Skills Alliance's first meeting in Milton Keynes is at capacity, but there are still many ways to take part in the alliance's work.
23 Mar 2026
Congratulations to Steve Benton FInstR and Craig Girdlestone FInstR for this well‑deserved recognition for their dedicated, often behind‑the‑scenes contributions to the industry.