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Ideal Heating: Groupe Atlantic’s Darren Finley appointed Chair of ICOM

  • 10 Dec 2024

Darren Finley, Managing Director for Commercial Products at Groupe Atlantic UK & ROI Division, has been appointed as the new Chair of the Industrial and Commercial Heating Equipment Association (ICOM).

The ICOM is a not-for-profit trade association, representing and promoting the interests of the non-domestic heating sector since 1933. 

Having worked in the heating industry for over 37 years and, as MD for Groupe Atlantic commercial brands Ideal Heating Commercial, Hamworthy Heating and ACV, Darren’s extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of this market sector made him an ideal candidate for the role of Chair at ICOM. 

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Darren comments: “I am honoured to be appointed as Chair of ICOM. This long-standing trade association has contributed to the success of the commercial heating industry time and time again and, as it’s latest Chair, I intend to continue the excellent work it has done. 

“Now, more than ever, we need to come together as an industry and drive decarbonisation forward and ensure we present with one united voice to protect and promote our industry.”

About the ICOM

ICOM works closely with governments, professional bodies and associations at national and European level, generating tangible benefits for members, as well as being instrumental in the development of product and installation standards. 

It has an active and representative membership operating within one or more product-related groups. Each group holds quarterly meetings, participating in commercial and technical discussions as well as valuable networking.

When specific issues arise, working groups are formed to produce suitable documents which are presented to the relevant Government department or standards body.

Steve McConnell, Director of ICOM, comments: “Darren is a well-known, highly regarded figure in the commercial heating industry and we are delighted to welcome him as Chair of ICOM. 

“Darren’s knowledge of this sector, along with his organisation skills and forward thinking attitude, will help ensure ICOM members are well represented at some of the most senior levels.”

Darren officially started his role as Chair of ICOM on 1st October, and will retain his post for two years.

For information on Groupe Atlantic company Ideal Heating Commercial, visit https://www.idealcommercialheating.co.uk/.

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