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Thursday, October 15, 2026

Space Engineering Acquired, Arkema Launches Low-GWP Gas, and HVAC Manufacturers Seek Dismissal

Bluu Unit acquired Bristol-based Space Engineering Services, Arkema released a new low-GWP refrigerant for cooling applications, and HVAC manufacturers sought the dismissal of price-fixing lawsuits.

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The story — bristol-based firm acquired by german refrigeration group

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Cooling Post reported that Bristol-based Space Engineering Services has been acquired by Bluu Unit, the German group of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation firms.

Arkema Global and Contracting Business reported that Arkema announced the release of a new, low GWP refrigerant gas for HVAC and cooling applications.

ACHR News reported that HVAC Manufacturers Seek Dismissal of Price-Fixing Lawsuits.

Food Dive reported that Nestlé doubled its investment in Mexico to $2B, with the additional $1 billion allowing the food giant to tap into the country's growth opportunities.

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Cooling Post reported that Bristol-based Space Engineering Services has been acquired by Bluu Unit, the German group of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation firms. Arkema Global and Contracting Business reported that Arkema announced the release of a new, low GWP refrigerant gas for HVAC and cooling applications. ACHR News reported that HVAC Manufacturers Seek Dismissal of Price-Fixing Lawsuits. Food Dive reported that Nestlé doubled its investment in Mexico to $2B, with the additional $1 billion allowing the food giant to tap into the country's growth opportunities. Sources: 1. Cooling Post — Space Engineering acquired by German group (https://www.coolingpost.com/uk-news/space-engineering-acquired-by-german-group/) (confirmed by 3 outlets) 2. Arkema Global — Arkema announces the release of a new, low GWP refrigerant gas for HVAC and cooling applications (https://www.arkema.com/global/en/media/newslist/news/global/products/2026/20261014-release-of-a-new-low-gwp-regrigerant/) (confirmed by 3 outlets) 3. Contracting Business — Arkema Introduces New Low-GWP Refrigerant for HVAC and Cooling Applications (https://www.contractingbusiness.com/product-news/product/55411929/arkema-introduces-new-low-gwp-refrigerant-for-hvac-and-cooling-applications) (confirmed by 3 outlets) 4. ACHR News — HVAC Manufacturers Seek Dismissal of Price-Fixing Lawsuits (https://www.achrnews.com/articles/166831-hvac-manufacturers-seek-dismissal-of-price-fixing-lawsuits) (confirmed by 3 outlets) 5. Food Dive — Nestlé doubles investment in Mexico to $2B (https://www.fooddive.com/news/nestle-investment-mexico-coffee-pet-food-emerging-markets/832996/) (confirmed by 3 outlets)
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