15 Sep 2025
Members are invited to vote for their next President-Elect and to elect two new Trustees:
IOR Board of Trustees nominations:
This year, three nominations have been received for the two Trustee vacancies.
The IOR Trustee Nominee Statements are available here.
IOR President-Elect nominations
As previously notified, three candidates below were recommended by the Nominations Committee of IOR Committee Chairs:
In addition, one additional nomination supported by the required number of members has now been received:
Click on a candidate’s name to see their complete statement.
How to vote
Voting Members (i.e. Fellow, Member, Associate and Technician grade) should receive an email from the independent online voting agency mi-voice around 17th September with their voting code and a link to the voting website. If you haven’t received your email, contact mi-voice at support@mi-voice.com. Voting closes on 22nd October and the results will be announced after the AGM on 29th October.
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.