The 26th International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR 2023) took place over a period of five days spanning August 21 to 25, 2023, at the Palais des Congrès de Paris in France. The landmark Palais des Congrès venue is located close to the iconic Arc de Triomphe, and the Bois de Boulogne. This prestigious event was jointly organized by Association Française du Froid (AFF) and the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR).