IIR - Official Knowledge Partner at HVACR World 2026

About HVACR World

 

Now in its second edition, HVACR World is a flagship event for the Middle East, South Asia and Africa (MEASA) region's heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration sector. The show brings together a large international community of exhibitors, buyers and specialists from fast-growing industries such as construction, healthcare, logistics, data centres, and food and beverage. The event is endorsed by AHRI and the ASHRAE Falcon Chapter, and is supported by government bodies and leading industry associations across the region.

 

Why IIR is Involved

 

As the world's leading intergovernmental organisation dedicated to the science and technology of refrigeration and heat pumps, IIR's role as Knowledge Partner reflects its mission to advance scientific exchange where it matters most. The MEASA region is one of the fastest-moving markets for cooling technology, driven by:

• A regional HVACR market projected to grow at 6.5% annually through 2032
• Rising data centre cooling demand, up around 15% year-on-year across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and India
• A regional population expanding at roughly twice the global average, fuelling sustained demand for cooling infrastructure in buildings, food supply chains, and healthcare

 

These dynamics make the region a priority for IIR's scientific outreach, membership growth, and engagement with industry, policymakers, and academia.

 

What the Partnership Involves

 

As Knowledge Partner, IIR will:

• Host the IIR Knowledge Day, a dedicated one-day technical programme of sessions, expert presentations and panel discussions held within HVACR World
• Contribute scientific and technical expertise across themes ranging from low-GWP refrigerants and heat pump integration to cold chain sustainability and emerging cooling technologies
• Connect with engineers, facilities directors, procurement managers and HVACR specialists from across the region
• Strengthen IIR's visibility and network within one of the world's fastest-growing HVACR markets

 

For partnership or attendance enquiries, contact s.hammami@iifiir.org