Central Asia Backs Heat Pumps: Uzbekistan Covers Up to 40% of Installation Costs
2026‑10‑01
Central Asian governments are putting money behind clean heating. Uzbekistan has introduced a subsidy covering up to 40% of the cost of installing air-source heat pumps, Kazakhstan is channelling green loans through local banks, and Kyrgyzstan is running pilot projects in public buildings. Uzbekistan: up to 40% of installation costs Since July 2025, Uzbekistan’s National
Kazakhstan’s HVAC Market in 2026: Inverters at 78%, R32 Becomes the Standard
2026‑10‑01
Kazakhstan’s climate equipment market is growing by 12–15% a year, according to the 2026 market review published by the engineering company SAMP.KZ. Housing construction, the shift to inverter equipment and new efficiency rules favouring R32 refrigerant are the three forces driving demand. A climate that tests every system Kazakhstan’s sharply continental climate leaves little room
Aquatherm Almaty 2026 Closes — 2027 Edition Set for 7–9 September
2026‑09‑30
The 18th edition of Aquatherm Almaty took place from 2 to 4 September in Almaty, Kazakhstan. On 30 September the organisers confirmed the next edition: 7–9 September 2027, again at the Atakent Exhibition Centre in Almaty. This year in numbers Aquatherm Almaty 2026 itself brought together 220 companies from 20 countries, 64 of them exhibiting
Aquatherm Tashkent 2026 Opens Next Week — 6–8 October
2026‑09‑30
Aquatherm Tashkent 2026 takes place from 6 to 8 October 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This is the 14th edition, officially titled the International Exhibition for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Water Supply, Plumbing, Swimming Pools, Environment and Renewable Energy. The organiser positions it as Uzbekistan’s only industry-specialised exhibition and the annual meeting place for manufacturers, dealers,
Central-Asia Engineering Procurement Trend: Projects in Russian Siberia & Kazakhstan Require HVAC Equipment for Extreme Cold, Anti-Corrosion and Dust-Proof Performance, Inquiries Keep Rising
2026‑09‑06
Summary: A large number of infrastructure, energy, industrial and municipal projects are underway in Russian Siberia and Kazakhstan. The region faces extreme winter cold, huge day-night temperature swings, and in some areas dust and salt-spray corrosion, imposing stringent requirements on ventilation and fire-protection equipment. Procurement feedback shows that low-temperature start-up, housing corrosion resistance and dust-proof capability
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Spreads in Linz, Austria, Leaving 3 Dead
2026‑09‑06
The legionellosis outbreak in Linz, Austria continues to escalate. As of the 28th, 31 confirmed cases have been reported, including 3 fatalities, 4 hospitalized patients and 1 person in intensive‑care unit. Meanwhile, local authorities identified another cooling facility testing positive for Legionella on August 27. According to the notice, the newly‑detected positive facility belongs to
Saudi International Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Ventilation & Cold Chain Expo, August 2026
2026‑09‑06
Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Frequency: Annual Exhibition Introduction: The Saudi HVACR Exhibition is the largest platform in the Middle East for showcasing the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) industry. The event provides a centralized opportunity for leading global manufacturers, suppliers, and industry experts to display the latest technologies and products. Annually attracting over
Fire and Smoke Control Dampers Market Overview (USA-focused,)
2026‑09‑06
The global fire and smoke control dampers market size reached USD 218.57 million in 2026. Looking forward, the market to reach USD 374.79 million by 2035, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% during 2026-2035. In the United States, the Fire and Smoke Control Dampers market is firmly grounded in regulatory compliance: over 68% of
Ventilation fans were recalled after they could short-circuit and catch fire when they got wet
2026‑09‑06
A voluntary recall coordinated with federal regulators has pulled a line of commercial heating and cooling units off duty after a wiring fault raised the risk of fire. The action, announced through the Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 20, 2026, targets ventilation fans built into Airedale by Modine systems that are widely installed in