Ryan FowlerCarrier Transicold has launched a dedicated IMI-accredited training programme for engineers working on its fully electric refrigeration systems – a first for the UK’s temperature-controlled transport sector. The three-day course is designed to improve safety, develop technical capability and increase confidence across the company’s Service Partner network.
Delivered in partnership with the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and accredited training provider RWC Training, the course meets the IMI Level 3 standard and includes a dedicated day focused on Carrier Transicold’s electric product range. Training takes place at RWC’s Milton Keynes facility.
Mark Daniels, service director at Carrier Transicold UK, said: “Our goal was to develop a truly distinct training programme – one that’s recognised by a major industry body and positions Carrier Transicold at the forefront of the evolving electric refrigeration sector. This achievement, the result of nearly two years of close collaboration with the IMI and RWC, ensures our engineers will be amongst the most highly qualified in the country to work safely and effectively with high-voltage systems – an increasingly critical capability for the future.”
The programme builds on RWC’s existing electric vehicle curriculum and aligns with industry safety requirements for high-voltage systems. Engineers will gain certified knowledge of the risks, procedures and safety measures associated with electric refrigeration technologies.
Chris Cotterill, business development manager at IMI, said: “Carrier Transicold has proven its commitment to the sector with the investment it has placed in this training programme. It will help ensure their technically advanced products are installed, serviced and maintained by the best. As well as helping to upskill and retain existing staff, it will also help attract new engineers to the industry, all factors that strongly align with our philosophy at the IMI.”
The rollout follows Carrier Transicold’s recent acquisition of Addvolt, which expands its high-voltage product portfolio. The company is aiming for 50% of its 200+ service partner engineers to complete the training by the end of 2025, with full enrolment by mid-2026.
