European heatwave drives huge air conditioning sales for Asian manufacturers

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleEuropean demand for air conditioning units is surging due to record-breaking temperatures across the continent. Asian manufacturers, such as Samsung, Midea and Mitsubishi Electric, are reporting significant sales increases in key European markets.Some companies, like LG, have production lines operating at full capacity, while Midea's PortaSplit air conditioner has seen such high demand that second-hand prices exceed new unit costs. This boom in sales indicates a notable shift in European consumer behaviour, driven by profound climate changes, with Europe warming at more than twice the global average according to the World Meteorological Organization. The cost and complexity of installing air conditioning in older European buildings remain a barrier for many households. In fullEurope heatwave sparks air conditioner sales boom for Asian companiesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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