15 Jul 2026
Organisers of the International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR) are inviting abstract submissions that present case studies, innovations, research, and expert insights on the following themes:
The International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR) is a leading global event in the field of refrigeration, organised by the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) every four years. This Congress brings together researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and academics to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps.
The event will feature keynote speeches, technical sessions, workshops, and panel discussions covering a wide range of topics, including refrigeration technologies, cryogenics, food preservation, air conditioning, energy efficiency, and climate change mitigation.
Submit your abstract by 1 September here.
23 Apr 2026
The Institute of Refrigeration is the professional engineering body for all individuals working in RACHP. Find out more about the IOR here.
23 Apr 2026
Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
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.
30 Jul 2026
The Government has announced a significant change to apprenticeship funding that will make it easier and more affordable for employers to invest in the next generation of talent from 1 August 2026.
28 Jul 2026
Bookings are now open for the 2nd IIR International Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures. Taking place in Birmingham (UK) from 8 to 10 March 2027, the conference programme will take an international view of adaptation strategies and bring together international experts to accelerate the transition toward a sustainable, future‑proof global cooling sector.