Panasonic Redefining the Future of HVAC&R with latest Industry Shaping Climate Innovations

Panasonic makes significant impact on the HVAC+R industry at Mostra Convegno Expocomfort 2026, delivering a highly successful showcase of its new next generation Heating & Cooling portfolio.

The stand attracted strong visitor engagement throughout what became one of Panasonic’s busiest and most successful MCE events to date, demonstrating the company’s leadership in innovation, efficiency and low‑carbon climate solutions. A well‑attended press event further reinforced Panasonic’s strategic direction in driving Europe’s transition to sustainable heating and cooling.

The stand combined hands-on product demonstrations with immersive, application focused experiences, offering visitors a clear journey from system design to installation and long-term operation. Panasonic’s compelling presentation of its residential, commercial and industrial HVAC&R solutions underscored its commitment to innovation, decarbonisation and building a Better IAQ, more sustainable future.

A Next‑Generation Portfolio Built on Innovation, Quality and Sustainability

Key highlights included the expanded R290 commercial heat pumps portfolio and Panasonic’s redesigned Room Air Conditioning range, now featuring nanoe™ X technology across almost the entire line-up. The showcase also presented the broad air-to-water heat pump offering from Aquarea to ECOi-W, engineered for high seasonal efficiency, lower emissions and improved indoor air quality. Overall, Panasonic introduced a comprehensive range of solutions across three core areas:

Product Highlights:

1.         Residential Solutions

Designed to accelerate the shift towards low‑carbon homes while delivering exceptional comfort, quiet operation and improved indoor air quality.

Key highlights included:

·       Aquarea EcoFlex – A versatile, compact solution combining advanced heat pump technology with flexible configuration for year‑round heating, cooling and domestic hot water.

·       Re-designed Room Air Conditioning (RAC) Range – Featuring refined aesthetics, quiet operation and smart connectivity plus nanoe™ X technology for enhanced indoor air quality. The latest models offer a clear upgrade path, with builtin WiFi standard across all wallmounted and floorconsole units for seamless smarthome integration.

·       Etherea Series – Premium room air conditioners delivering exceptional comfort, ultra‑quiet operation and advanced air‑quality performance with nanoe™ X.

These solutions reflect Panasonic’s commitment to improved indoor environments, superior comfort and long‑term energy savings for homeowners.

2.         Commercial & Industrial Solutions

Engineered to support the decarbonisation of commercial, industrial and large‑scale building projects.

Showcase highlights included:

·       AQUA-G EVO R290 heat pump – Offering scalable capacity, high seasonal efficiency, driven by inverter compressor, reliable heating even in extreme conditions and system adaptability for diverse commercial applications.

·       Medium-pressure duct fan coils – deliver enhanced indoor air quality thanks to integrated nanoe™ X technology, while offering maximum flexibility through multiple configurations and options. Their seamless integration is ensured across all types of projects, with full compatibility with both individual and centralized PACi NX and VRF control systems.

·       ECOi EX R32 3‑Pipe VRF Systems – Providing a flexible installation solution for simultaneous heating and cooling for complex buildings that require a compact footprint with high energy performance.

·       PACi NX Multi Zone Duct Systems – Enabling flexible, independent airflow management across up to five zones with reduced energy consumption offering customisable temperatures and Bypass duct free solution compared to traditional ducted systems.

·       iCO2RE and iCOOL – Sustainable refrigeration solutions designed to deliver natural refrigerant CO₂ systems and flexible A2Lready technology for energy-efficient, high-quality cooling in modern commercial and retail environments.

·       Coolant Distribution Unit (CDU) and free-cooling chillers designed for the growing demands of hyperscale data centres, to maintain performance and ensure stable operation through intelligent combination of high-efficiency liquid cooling systems and traditional air-cooling.

Together, these systems equip consultants, architects and facility managers with future‑proof, low‑carbon alternatives to traditional oil or gas‑based heating and cooling.

3.         Digital & Service Solutions - That enhance system intelligence, simplify maintenance and extend equipment life.

Key digital innovations included:

·       Comfort Cloud and Aquarea Home apps– Offering intuitive, app-based control for homeowners with enhanced visibility of energy use and comfort settings. With the Aquarea Service Cloud, installers can remotely take care of their customers’ heating systems. It saves time and money and shortens the response time, thus increasing the customers’ satisfaction. It offers three versions to optimise system performance and reduce downtime.

·       Commercial Smart Edge – A single platform, designed to deliver intelligent seamless control and monitoring across the entire range of Panasonic HVAC systems and multi-site control with advanced optimisation features.

These solutions form a unified digital infrastructure designed to maximise performance, efficiency and customer experience across all building types.

Driving Sustainable Innovation Across Europe’s HVAC Landscape

Sustainability remains central to Panasonic’s corporate vision, reflected in its use of more natural refrigerants such as R290, supporting Europe’s shift to low‑GWP solutions and future F‑Gas compliance. R290 underpins Panasonic’s next‑generation heat pump strategy, offering strong environmental performance without compromising efficiency. Panasonic continues to champion electrification as a key driver of Europe’s decarbonisation pathway.

Reflecting on the showcase, Managing Director Enrique Vilamitjana said: “Our portfolio reflects Panasonic’s long‑standing commitment to sustainable innovation and reliability. I’m proud to be part of a company recognised for sustainable innovation and trusted for its strong values. With our latest technologies, we continue to simplify installation, improve indoor air quality and support Europe’s move towards decarbonisation.”

Panasonic continues to shape the future of heating and cooling through solutions designed to elevate comfort, increase energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact and support a more sustainable built environment.

To discover Panasonic's full HVAC&R portfolio visit - aircon.panasonic.eu.