Mr Flint, former branch president (UK & IRE) of Mitsubishi Electric Europe joins as Commercial Director and will be responsible for delivering and implementing a new nationwide sales programme.

John Otterson, managing director, said: “Coolair Equipment is delighted to appoint Deane to our board of directors.

“We have worked alongside Deane for over 20 years. His skills, network and knowledge of the industry are vast, and his vision aligns exactly with Coolair Equipment's future plans.

“This is a very exciting time for everyone at Coolair Equipment Limited.”

Mr Flint said: “Coolair Equipment were incorporated around the same time as I began my career in HVAC, and we have both been involved in driving the UK market for the last 40 years.

“Aside from their technical expertise and professional reputation, what has always attracted me to Coolair Equipment Limited is their ethos. They are renowned for giving their employees the space to manage themselves and progress through the business, ensuring loyalty among staff and a consistently high standard of service to their customers.”