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ujitsu General Air Conditioning UK has announced organisational changes that see Martyn Ives promoted to distribution sales and technical director. It is the first time in 20 years that a member of the UK team has been promoted to a director role within the organisation. Mr Ives commented: “I’ve been with Fujitsu for 26 years now and during that time I’ve built up my knowledge of not only the products but also the organisation. It’s a fantastic company to be involved with and I’m extremely honoured to work with a fantastic team. I hope to keep contributing to the high level of service that we all provide.”


Further changes see James Richardson promoted to technical services manager, Stuart Eagleton will move focus to applied sales and key accounts, Giles Pratt is promoted to direct sales manager and Trevyn Holland promoted to direct sales support specialist. Andrew Wheeler, previously of Trane, Daikin Applied and formerly McQuay, has joined the applied consultant sales team adding to the team’s experience in specifying and designing chillers and air handling units. Ian Carroll, chief operating officer, Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK, said: “ This restructure allows us to channel our efforts in maintaining the growth that we have seen over recent years and the take up of our applied products. We are well known for our service levels and it is important that we are continuously improving. It is a marked achievement by all those involved that have earned promotion at all levels. In particular, Martyn’s product knowledge, dedication and high


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work ethic is outstanding. I am proud to recognise his performance with his new role.”


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ommercial Maintenance Services UK (CMS) has appointed Craig Mclachlan to lead its newly


launched air conditioning division. Mr Mclachlan will use his more than 30 years’ experience in the sector to manage a dedicated team of engineers specialising in the installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial air conditioning systems. He has worked in the air conditioning sector since joining Demeva Refrigeration in 1991. Since then, he has also worked as an air conditioning engineer with AKS Air Conditioning before joining Clover Technical Services as a facilities manager. Latterly he was air conditioning manager with Bmech Services.


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conditioning as part of its range of business-critical services, including heating, plumbing, electricals, and refrigeration.However, the launch of a dedicated team reflects the growth of the technology in Britain, as well as the importance of maintaining correct levels of ventilation. Nic Smith, co-owner and managing director of Gateshead-headquartered CMS, said: “We work with many national clients who increasingly want us to maintain all their building services, not just the heating or plumbing, as it’s far more efficient and cost effective. Most buildings, whether offices, shops, schools, leisure centres or warehouses, have commercial air conditioning to cool, heat and circulate the air to maintain correct quality and temperature. We also work with many


hospitals, care homes, and hotels where the importance of air conditioning was highlighted during the pandemic as a way of reducing virus spread. Many existing clients are increasingly asking us to maintain their air conditioning and this move is about improving the quality and range of our service.” Mr Mclachlan said: “I’m excited


to join CMS and to use my wealth of experience as an engineer and manager to help grow the business further. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for me personally as this is a progressive company that will allow me to take my career to the next level.”


conditioning specialist, Pinder Cooling, as service and maintenance manager. Having spent over 10 years with


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Machenair managing a portfolio of blue-chip clients, Ms Howden brings with her a wealth of experience in air conditioning, refrigeration and heating. In her new role at Pinder Cooling, she will be responsible for developing and enhancing the service and maintenance packages to both new and existing clients. Her appointment supports the firm’s ambitious plans to continue its growth within the refrigeration, heating and air conditioning maintenance market.


Ms Howden commented: “To be


joining such a thriving firm and be given the chance to help shape its future feels amazing, especially after such a devastating year due to the pandemic. Service and maintenance are areas in which I have worked for many years and by building fantastic relationships with clients in the past,


ackie Howden, former service and maintenance manager at Machenair has joined refrigeration and air


I’ve learnt exactly what kind of support and advice they need, and the service they value. “Pinder Cooling has expanded and


continues to expand into new markets and as a result, is working on larger installation projects. Maintenance is a huge part of the service delivery and will strengthen the relationships built during these installation projects, meaning we can continue to demonstrate our values.” Founder and director Andrew


Pinder added: “Jackie is a welcome member to our expanding team and has made an immediate impact on the business, securing several large maintenance contracts with new clients and streamlining our maintenance and service department procedures.”


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IBSE has announced the appointment of Ruth Carter as chief executive officer,


succeeding Stephen Matthews who retires after 15 years in the role. With a background in developing


international organisations, Ms Carter has worked in and around the construction industry for much of her career.


Ms Carter has a strong track record of creating successful collegiate communities within publishing and exhibitions and points to the opportunity for supporting a strong sense of identity across a diverse international CIBSE membership. She has had particular success in employing modern technical solutions to the challenges around communication and inclusivity inherent in such a community.


Ms Carter takes up the role from the organisation’s AGM on 6 May 2021.


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