15 Sep 2025
We hope you will be able to join us either in person or online at this year’s AGM, where we will be hearing from the various IOR Committees about the Institute’s achievements of the past year and discussing plans for the next year, as well as reviewing the Annual Report and Accounts for last year and deciding on membership fees for 2026.
Please follow this link to the event to view the Agenda, Papers, and register.
Voting members who cannot attend on the day should return an AGM Agenda Item proxy voting form to the IOR by 22nd October, which can be downloaded from the link above.
13 Feb 2026
This new strategic education and skills forum is designed to align training provision with the needs of employers across the sector and to act as the industry’s authoritative voice to awarding bodies, government, and policy stakeholders.
23 Feb 2026
This training day offers delegates the opportunity to learn the fundamentals behind cooling as well as take part in a practical taster session and demonstrations for refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump maintenance.
18 Feb 2026
Have you considered a career in technical teaching? BESA is currently offering a Skills Legacy Programme to help fund teacher training for 100 engineers to become trainer or assessor.
17 Feb 2026
The I’m a Scientist initiative might be exactly what you’re looking for.
If you work in STEM (engineering is included!) you can take part in this programme designed to connect professionals with students aged 10 to 18.
16 Feb 2026
The Institute of Refrigeration announced at the IOR Annual Dinner that two members have been recognised as Fellows for their leadership and contribution to the RACHP industry. Their achievements include a scope of different areas, including promoting skills, technical development and international outreach.