Judith Evans of Refrigeration Developments and Testing and London South Bank University has been recognised for her contributions to the industry with the J&E Hall International Gold Medal. The J&E Hall International Gold Medal recognises the most noteworthy practical contribution to innovation in refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technology. The award was one of a number …
Oakland International has been shortlisted for Sustainable Cold Chain Operator 2026 in the Cold Chain Federation Awards, recognising a business that isn’t just talking about sustainability, but actively reshaping what a low carbon cold chain looks like. A family business with farming roots, Oakland set a bold net zero target for 2040 and has been …
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has signed a new two-year plan with ASHRAE focusing on the lifecycle management of refrigerants. ASHRAE and UNEP have partnered to assist developing countries in transitioning to non-ozone-depleting refrigerants since 2007. The new plan, signed at the recent ASHRAE Winter Conference, calls for joint development of work tools and educational …
Point74, food product lifecycle management (PLM) specialist, has announced the launch of a new software, Point74 Pro, to support growing food manufacturers develop and launch products effectively. A ready-to-use product development, finance and technical platform, Point74 Pro allows users to fully digitise product development, from recipe creation and technical data to costing, compliance, and retailer-ready …
Temperature controlled storage and distribution solutions specialist JS Davidson has reported unprecedented growth during the recent peak period, with each of the company’s three sites in Bourne, Spalding and Peterborough recording a 100% increase in volumes. Chilled storage across its portfolio of sites is now operating at around 90% capacity, while ambient storage levels are …
Ballinlough of Ireland named Thermo King’s 2025 Dealer of the Year Brussels, February 12, 2026 – Thermo King®, a leader in transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies, has revealed the recipients of its 2025 Dealer of the Year Awards. These annual honours celebrate outstanding dealerships across Europe, the Middle East, and …
Sysco GB has announced a major £500,000 Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Pledge to help small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and charities across the UK access apprenticeship training and develop essential skills in their workforce. This new pledge builds on Sysco GB’s strong track record of supporting apprenticeships. Over the past four years, the company has …
Hemsec is proud to announce that we have achieved the Gold Standard for Workplace Wellbeing following a rigorous assessment by Working Well, an initiative delivered by the Knowsley Chamber of Commerce.This achievement reflects our continued commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inclusive workplace – reinforcing why working at Hemsec means being part of a business that …
Webfleet, Bridgestone’s advanced fleet management solution, will showcase its support for fleet decarbonisation at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026, helping operators measure emissions, plan the transition to electric vehicles and optimise EV operations once the switch is complete. Exhibiting as part of The EV Café Village, Webfleet will reveal how its technology supports commercial fleets …
DFDS, a Danish transport and freight group that now operates in 20 countries, will take on DC7, a 246,685 sq ft grade A industrial unit at the Prologis development. The facility is fully fitted and operationally ready, with £2.3m of installed infrastructure. It features 183 car parking bays and 55 HGV spaces whilst meeting high …
Ben Wood Group Ltd are thrilled to announce we have successfully achieved NICEIC Hazardous Areas Accreditation, underscoring our dedication to maintaining the highest industry standards. Gaining this accreditation is the startup of our plans to enhance and strengthen our position in the hazardous & industrial environments and ensures we comply to the highest standards giving …
Sysco GB, the UK’s leading foodservice provider, has signed a new deal with Shell Energy Europe Limited to harness 20 Gigawatt hours of wind power a year until 2035 as it delivers on its commitment to use only renewable energy by 2030. The new agreement will see the company secure the equivalent of around a …
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