As the Middle East and Africa (MEA) advances toward a more sustainable future, air-conditioning stands at a critical crossroads. With soaring urbanisation rates, extreme climatic conditions, and year-round cooling demands, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems are not just amenities – they are lifelines.

Saudi Arabia last month officially launched the Cooled Pedestrian Walkway Project in Makkah. This initiative forms part of the kingdom’s broader strategy to enhance infrastructure services for millions of pilgrims and improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

STULZ, a global provider of innovative, mission-critical cooling solutions, has announced the immediate availability of its new CyberAir 3PRO DX GE4(S) range for use in data centres.

Daikin, a Japan-based global leader in HVAC-R solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Al Shola, a renowned provider of temporary cooling and equipment rental services in the UAE, with a view to delivering comprehensive, high-performance cooling solutions tailored to the demands of the Gulf region.