Jean Daniel Napar is the new president of the European Building Automation & Controls Association — eu.bac. He succeeds Jean Yves Blanc of Schneider Electric, who led the association for six years.
He has over 30 years’ experience in buildings automation and controls and is chief technology of Siemens BT France and vice-president strategy CPS with Siemens BT worldwide.
Rinnai UK launches applied products division
Rinnai is launching a new division - Rinnai Applied - which will be dedicated to the design, supply and service of larger HVAC units and systems that will meet the specific heating, ventilation, air conditioning and hot water demands of commercial and industrial premises.
Engineering services alliance welcomes government consultation on retentions and late payments
Actuate UK, the engineering services alliance, has welcomed the new government consultation on reforming cash retentions and taking legislative measures against late payments to small businesses, as part of the new Small Business Plan unveiled on 31st July 2025.
