About the IOR
The Institute of Refrigeration is the professional engineering body for all individuals working in RACHP. Find out more about the IOR here.
What we do
Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
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When you become a member of the Institute of Refrigeration you are joining a group of specialist experts driving the sector forward.
Bookings are now open for the 127th IOR Annual Dinner
Bookings are now open for the 127th IOR Annual Dinner, taking place on 25 February 2027 at the Hilton London Bankside. This flagship gathering offers a great opportunity to broaden your network, reconnect with colleagues, and enjoy an evening of celebration.
IOR Shortlisted at the RAC Cooling Awards 2026
We’re delighted to share that the IOR has been shortlisted for four categories at the RAC Cooling Awards 2026, a recognition made possible entirely through the dedication and hard work of our members.
IOR Board Of Trustees Nominations Open
As a member of the IOR you can take a more active role in the Institute by becoming a member of its governing body, the Board of Trustees. Fellows, Members, Associates and Technicians are all invited to consider joining the Board in this year’s round of elections. Each year two new Board members are elected by the membership to encourage opportunities for new people and different expertise and experience to play a role.
Podcast Marking the 10th Anniversary of WiRACHP
The IOR Women in RACHP (WiRACHP) Network is 10 years old! To mark this occasion, the WiRACHP Network invited Sam Buckell and Miriam Rodway to talk about the highlights of the last 10 years.
IOR Celebrates World Refrigeration Day 2026
The IOR will be marking World Refrigeration Day with two newly released podcasts and a webinar. World Refrigeration Day is an international awareness campaign established to raise the profile of the refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat-pump sector and focuses attention on the significant role that the industry and its technology play in modern life and society.
Call For Abstracts For Adaptation 2027
The Call for Abstracts for the 2nd IIR International Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperatures (Adaptation 2027) is now open.
Call for Evidence on Apprenticeships
This Call for Evidence is an important opportunity for members to directly influence the future of apprenticeships and skills policy across the UK.
Briefing on RACHP Resilience in Shifting Energy Markets
The IOR is delighted to announce that it will host the next IRC Business Briefing, which will focus on strengthening RACHP sustainability amid electricity market volatility.
Smart Controls & System Intelligence Masterclass
The June 2026 Masterclass on smart controls and system intelligence is now available for download from the IOR Masterclass library.