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CONFERENCE

Each year, key stakeholders from across the emergency lighting supply chain gather to discuss upcoming changes affecting the sector. This year, The Lighting Industry Association (The LIA), is delighted to announce that its keynote speaker headlining its 2025 programme will be Simon Weston CBE.

Simon is a British Army veteran renowned for his charity work and remarkable recovery from life-changing injuries sustained during the Falklands War. In 1982, he was aboard the RFA Sir Galahad when it was attacked and destroyed in the Blue Cove Air Attack, suffering burns covered 46% of his body. He has become well-known across the UK and abroad, notably for redefining his role in life, and his message is one of achievement, of triumph in the face of adversity, and of seizing the moment and succeeding.

Connecting with the conference, Simon will be discussing the importance of Emergency Lighting and how a lack of it in his accident impacted him greatly.

In addition to Simon’s keynote speech, throughout the day the programme will cover a wide range of topics relevant to emergency lighting, presented by leading industry experts.

Ayça Donaghy, CEO of The LIA, said: “The ICEL Emergency Lighting Conference is a vital event for those working in the sector to network, develop their knowledge and keep to date with key developments.

“We’re excited that Simon Weston will be joining us to deliver the keynote speech. Not only are his experiences linked closely to the importance of emergency lighting, he is also a truly inspirational figure that I know all attendees will be waiting to hear from.

For more information, visit https://www.thelia.org.uk/member-services/events/icel-emergency-lighting-conference.html

The recently transformed Overbury office, located on the 13th floor of Chancery Place, Manchester, offers a vibrant and sustainable workspace with a strong focus on collaboration and innovation. SpaceInvader and Light Forms collaborated to create an inspiring, high-performance environment that reflects Overbury’s design vision and its connection with nature.

The design brief centred around a future-forward and functional office that meets the diverse needs of the team while also implementing organic features. This intuitive workspace is home to private focus rooms, informal meeting rooms, and a wellness retreat, promoting flexibility and sociability.

A standout feature of the new design is the sculptural ceiling, inspired by Overbury’s nautilus shell brand identity. This bold element not only enhances the office’s aesthetic appeal but also serves an acoustic function, improving sound quality throughout the space

The bespoke lighting for the unique nautilus shell design was developed by the Light Forms team, who crafted a custom, made-to-measure solution using their Lightplane and Serpentine luminaires. A series of shorter lengths were used to form the spokes radiating from the centre, allowing each segment to fit seamlessly into the curvature of the ceiling.

In the meeting rooms, it was essential that the lighting profiles were made to the millimetre so that they ran exactly from one wall to the other. In the main corridors, the Serpentine fixture was made to measure and custom-curved to follow the natural flow of the space.

Sustainability was a key consideration throughout the project, reflected in the use of organic shapes and biophilic elements, low-carbon materials, recycled finishes, and a variety of energy-efficient lighting solutions.

The carefully considered design enhances staff well-being and comfort, fostering a collaborative atmosphere while promoting creativity and productivity within a flexible, dynamic environment. The result is a seamless blend of creative technology and natural forms.

Paul Shoosmith, Director at Light Forms, said, “This project was a unique and exciting challenge to work on, and has proven that creating custom lighting doesn’t need to be expensive. We are proud to offer affordable made to measure solutions which can fit the unique needs of any project. Overbury’s new Manchester office design has benefitted staff, clients and the brand by providing an environment that embodies the company’s ethos of unbeatable quality and innovation.”

Project credits:
Client & Main Contractor – Overbury
Interior Designer – SpaceInvader

Electrical Contractor – E&ES Electrical Contractors

Lighting Manufacturer – Light Forms

Photographs – SG Photography Ltd.

Upgraded batten boasts host of new contractor-friendly features

Leading lighting designer and manufacturer, Ansell Lighting, has relaunched one of its most
popular industrial battens with a host of new features and an improved aesthetic.
The Tornado EVO has been upgraded to include three side conduit entries, a reduced
number of diffuser clips and a moveable terminal block to make installation easier and faster.
The terminal block has three positions so it can be located at either end or centrally on the
luminaire and the base and diffuser come disassembled, removing the need to unclip it
before installation and saving even more time.

In addition, the luminaire, which is made from a durable, non-corrosive polycarbonate, is
now rated IP66 and IK10 for increased ingress dust and water jet protection and impact
resistance, making it suitable for heavy duty indoor or outdoor use.
Delivering optimum lighting performance and optics, the Tornado EVO offers high levels of
efficacy up to 170 lm/W, and is both power and CCT selectable at between 4,000 and
6,500K – reducing the number of luminaires required to achieve desired light levels in
industrial settings.

Available in four sizes – 2ft, 4ft, 5ft and 6ft – the luminaire is multi-current and therefore has
both low and high output in a hybrid body size, and comes with a huge seven year warranty
for peace of mind.

Designed with speed and ease of installation in mind, it can be both suspended and surface
mounted, with emergency self-test options included as standard, plus an integral microwave
sensor and OCTO smart control options, providing users with the ability to wirelessly control
the light via a smart device to pre-program timers, schedules, create groups and even
operate systems remotely.

The Tornado EVO has also had a physical makeover with a new lighter grey, textured matte
finish and a cover over the CCT switch to further improve the aesthetic.
Mark Abbott, Managing Director at Ansell Lighting said: “The new Tornado EVO is all about
making life easier for contractors and installers. It is harder wearing and more resilient, more
flexible and therefore easier to install and offers more options in terms of wattage and CCT.
“The redesign of this product has been driven by our customers who are looking for a
product that delivers high levels of illumination in industrial spaces whilst also being able to
withstand harsh environments and we believe this product delivers at every level.”

In May 2023, K-LITE completed a lighting installation at Ahmedabad International Airport, building on the success of a previous project with the Adani Airport Holdings. Having previously collaborated on the airport’s VIP GA Terminal, K-LITE was once again asked to provide bespoke lighting solutions – this time for a broader and more complex scope across Terminals 1 and 2.

Recognised for delivering high-performance lighting products that blend design and durability, K-LITE was invited by the Adani Airport Project Management Team (comprised of in-house architecture and MEP experts) to present their comprehensive indoor and outdoor product range. Following a well-received presentation, K-LITE were instructed to illuminate critical areas of the airport in an ongoing enhancement programme.

This was a twofold project: Terminal 2, where both indoor and outdoor illumination was required, and Terminal 1, which focused on outdoor parking and the forecourt.

One of the most challenging elements of the project was the lighting of the arrival and departure forecourt at Terminal 2. These areas of the airport feature flexible stretch fabric systems designed to provide shading and architectural flair. To highlight these structures without overwhelming them, K-LITE developed a customised indirect lighting solution. Drawing on their Nebula series, the KL-4268-12W fixture was adapted and mounted on a bespoke circular ring placed within a cylindrical framework, delivering softer, ambient illumination that enhances the fabric’s form and construction.

Inside Terminal 2, lighting needed to be both consistent and comfortable. The KL-7576 Cylin surface-mounted downlights were specified for the check-in counters, arrival and departure lounges, and waiting areas. These luminaires ensured uniform illumination levels while maintaining the clean, modern aesthetic of the terminal.

For Terminal 1’s forecourt and parking areas, K-LITE once again demonstrated their ability to customise products for project-specific needs. The KL-4288 Navi luminaire was installed with a special RAL finish to blend with the architecture of the surrounding food court and departure area. Additionally, Cylin up-down lights KL-3654 were used to enhance architectural features and vertical surfaces and the K-lite Post Paramount was used to illuminate the approach road to Terminal 1.

This project perfectly highlights K-LITE’s end-to-end capabilities. From product development and customisation to technical consultation and on-ground implementation. Appointed directly by the client, K-LITE worked closely with the Adani Airport team to ensure that each lighting element met strict functional, aesthetic, and sustainability criteria.

By offering customised adaptations of their existing product range, K-LITE provided flexibility and a design-driven approach, particularly in the indirect lighting scheme for the fabric structures. Through precision-engineered products and close client collaboration, K-LITE remains committed to illuminating spaces that inspire.

Project Credits

Ahmedabad International Airport – Adani Airport Project Management

Located in Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD), Queen’s Wharf is a $3.6bn premier entertainment and hospitality precinct, elevating Brisbane as a leading tourism, leisure, and entertainment destination. The new development showcases one of the largest façade lighting installations in the country, with immersive light and sound experiences created using an innovative video lighting system from Pharos Architectural Controls.

The Queen’s Wharf development has transformed Brisbane’s river edge area into an unmissable destination. At its heart is The Star Brisbane, an imposing structure that houses a selection of the city’s grandest luxury hotels alongside restaurants, bars and retail spaces. Featuring an impressive façade, Queen’s Wharf illuminates Brisbane’s ever-evolving skyline as darkness falls.

Integrated solutions provider bluebottle were appointed to deliver the façade’s light show by supplying and commissioning the required solutions. Having worked with Pharos Architectural Controls on a number of successful projects, the bluebottle team knew they would be the ideal partner for Queen’s Wharf.

To bring the illuminated façade from vision to reality, bluebottle partnered with Perigon Electrical to supply and commission a 250-universe Pharos Designer VLC (Video Lighting Controller). With a capacity exceeding 120,000 DMX channels, the VLC controls 4,000 Phillips UNI bar fixtures in a spectacular light show which brings the skyline to life every evening, offering entertainment and bedazzlement.

The Pharos Designer VLC is an extremely capable and cost-effective architectural lighting control solution for large LED pixel arrays; for building façades such as Queen’s Wharf as well as bridges, and presentation walls. The VLC makes it simple to play video content across any array, either from locally stored HD media files or a live video input source. It also offers a range of creative, generative effects and the versatility of powerful show control and integration features.

Tony Symms, Regional Sales Manager for Asia Pacific at Pharos Architectural Controls said: “We were thrilled to be part of this project, illuminating an iconic part of Brisbane with Pharos technology. It was an exciting challenge to work on one of the largest façade installations in the country, transforming the area into a dynamic light and video display for thousands to enjoy each night.”

Lighting solutions provider, bluebottle, added: “The VLC from Pharos was the ideal control system to meet the unique needs and huge scale of this project. With its ability to programme both lighting and video content across this extremely large pixel array, while maintaining the highest levels of reliability and robustness, this was exactly what was needed to illuminate Queen’s Wharf.

“The intuitive technology also gave us the ability to set colours and scenes which highlight national days and occasions which is an important part of this project. Only the VLC from Pharos delivered everything we needed and gave the client an easy-to-use solution, without going over budget.”

The construction of the Queen’s Wharf development is one of the largest projects ever undertaken in Queensland. It represents nearly 10% of the CBD, demonstrating the huge footprint it encompasses. The precinct has transformed what was once an underused area into a vibrant and stunning destination, blending contemporary architecture with beautifully restored heritage buildings.

Thorn Lighting’s advanced Thor lanterns and bespoke gobo projectors have been
selected to help revitalise Spennymoor Market Place and Consett Middle Street,
aiming to draw more visitors, support local businesses, and promote community
pride.

Town centre regeneration is essential for boosting local economies and fostering
vibrant communities. In line with its ongoing county-wide improvement efforts,
Durham County Council has delivered projects to transform the town centres of
Spennymoor and Consett. The council’s vision is to create spaces that attract more
shoppers, businesses, and community gatherings. Thorn Lighting’s solutions have
been instrumental in achieving this vision, offering an engaging and adaptable
lighting scheme that supports events throughout the year.

Creating a Community Hub with Adaptive Lighting

Lighting can dramatically change how a space is perceived, especially in town
centres. Thorn Lighting’s, Thor lanterns, combined with gobo projectors mounted on
bespoke columns, provide the perfect blend of aesthetic appeal and functionality,
allowing for tailored lighting themes that change with the seasons and significant
events. The adaptive lighting has helped to create welcoming hubs in Spennymoor
Market Place and Consett Middle Street, where people can gather for local events
like Christmas festivities and Remembrance Sunday commemorations. From
snowflakes at Christmas to poppies for Remembrance Week, each projection
fosters a sense of place and community identity.

A Thoughtful and Customised Lighting Solution

Thorn’s Thor lanterns offer high performance and versatility. These LED smart
urban lanterns offer comfortable lighting quality and compatibility with any existing
management control systems via ZHAGA sockets. Mounted on bespoke columns
with illuminated heads, the Thor lanterns seamlessly integrate into both
Spennymoor and Consett’s streetscapes, creating an appealing ambiance.
Additionally, gobo projectors allow for customisable, event-specific lighting,
showcasing symbols like the Coronation emblem when King Charles ascended to
the throne.

Paul Gleadow, Durham County Council’s Street lighting and operational support
manager, said, “As part of our ongoing regeneration of County Durham’s towns and
villages, we wanted to create spaces that were not only welcoming and functional
but also felt unique to the community. This partnership has allowed us to
commemorate key events in a way which engages with residents, creating a strong
sense of pride and belonging. Seeing people enjoy these areas since we have made
these enhancements has been incredibly rewarding.”

Implementing the schemes in Spennymoor and Consett required precision and care
to ensure the lighting solution fitted both the aesthetic and functional needs of the
spaces. In Spennymoor, aligning the gobo projections to cover the intended floor
space required multiple site visits and careful adjustments to the positioning and
angles of the columns. For Consett, illuminating specific building facades meant
careful spacing and placement to achieve consistent coverage without overpowering
the area.

Solutions to Challenges

Through extensive on-site adjustments, the team was able to optimise the
positioning of the columns and projectors, ensuring the lighting scenes landed
exactly where intended. The final arrangement enables residents to fully enjoy the
vibrant gobo scenes, which draw attention without distracting from the area’s natural
beauty.

Main Benefits of the New Lighting Solution

Thorn’s lighting solution has quickly become a source of pride for residents. The
adaptable gobo projections have helped transform the town centres into dynamic
spaces that reflect seasonal changes and important community events, helping
residents and visitors connect with these revitalised areas. The Thor lanterns also
contribute to a welcoming, well-lit environment, enhancing safety and encouraging
more foot traffic in these regenerated town centres.

Positive Feedback and Future Impact

The projects in Spennymoor and Consett demonstrate how lighting can help
revitalise a community. Residents have responded enthusiastically, with many
expressing appreciation for the attention to detail and the focus on creating a space
that reflects the town’s character. As footfall increases, the council’s investment in a
sustainable, community-focused lighting solution is expected to benefit local
businesses and foster an enduring sense of pride.

Products
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TRILUX has delivered a tailored lighting concept for Favo Deli & Apero, a
new delicatessen and bistro concept store in Krakow, setting a fresh benchmark for food-
focused retail lighting in Poland. Designed to combine retail and hospitality under one roof,
the innovative space celebrates high-end produce from Italy, France and Spain – with
lighting playing a crucial role in presentation, atmosphere, and visual comfort.

Favo Deli & Apero is the first concept of its kind in Poland to blend a deli zone with an apero
space, giving visitors the opportunity to shop, dine, meet friends or unwind. TRILUX was brought in
to create a lighting scheme that would showcase fresh produce with maximum visual appeal while
enhancing the warm, welcoming environment of the bistro.

Precision lighting tailored to fresh produce

TRILUX’s retail lighting expertise was crucial to achieving the right balance of performance, energy
efficiency and product-specific illumination. Each produce area is lit with colour-accurate light
tailored to enhance visual freshness and authenticity. The lighting concept also minimises heat
emission, helping to maintain product quality.

The meat and fish displays, for example, are illuminated using tailored Meat and Meat+Fish light
colours, carefully composed using a blend of pink and white light to emphasise texture and
freshness. Fruit and vegetables are enhanced with Brilliant Food lighting – a warm light (CRI 98)

designed to highlight natural reds, greens and yellows. Meanwhile, bread is showcased using
2400K with a very high colour rendering index of 98. It is a special, warm light colour that TRILUX
has been using in Poland for more than two years, including in bakeries.

Comfort and atmosphere in the bistro zone

The bistro area is illuminated with warm lighting to create a cosy and inviting atmosphere,
encouraging guests to dwell longer and explore the culinary offering. This hospitality-style
illumination aligns with Favo’s architectural concept, which focuses on openness, natural materials
and customer interaction.

Slimline spotlights for maximum flexibility

B.Veo Track LED luminaires were used throughout the store for their compact design, tool-free
repositioning and exceptional lighting flexibility. The projector-style luminaires offer rotational
adjustment, allowing precise control of accent lighting across changing product displays. With a
slim, unobtrusive profile that integrates seamlessly into the busbar, they deliver effective light while complementing the overall interior design.

Delivering lighting in harmony with architecture

"Lighting was one of the key elements in this project," said Karolina Zielińska-Uchto, Key Account Manager at Schwitzke Górski, the architectural partner behind the project. "We wanted each product group to be emphasised with the right light colour – and we achieved that perfectly with TRILUX." Favo Deli & Apero marks another successful example of TRILUX’s ability to deliver specialised lighting concepts for retail spaces – combining visual comfort, technical precision and product-centric design.

For further information on TRILUX’s retail lighting range please visit:
https://www.trilux.com/en/applications/retail/retail-lighting/

Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in industrial and hazardous location LED lighting, is working with Swivelpole™ a provider of innovative lowering pole solutions, to introduce a safer, more efficient way to maintain lighting in high or hard-to-reach areas. This integrated solution combines Dialight’s LED fixtures with Swivelpole™ lowering pole solutions allowing ground-level servicing without lifts, scaffolding, or elevated work platforms.

The Swivelpole™ Maxis™ technology at the core of this solution features a patented 45-degree joint with minimal moving parts. It enables fixtures to be safely lowered to an ergonomic working height, simplifying access, reducing safety risks, and allowing maintenance to be completed without disrupting operations or altering infrastructure.

The solution supports a wide range of mounting configurations, including wall, column, stanchion, structure, and pole-top installations. It accommodates various pipe sizes and is available in hot-dip galvanized, stainless steel, and aluminum finishes. Installed height options range from 8 to 16 feet. For retrofit sites, existing rigid poles can be converted using the Swivelpole™ Pole Conversion Tool Kit with no impact to wiring or layout.

This integrated offering combines the safety and access benefits of Swivelpole™ with the proven performance of Dialight’s durable fixtures—trusted across oil and gas, metals and mining, power generation, water and wastewater, chemical and petrochemical, and heavy manufacturing applications.
The Dialight x Swivelpole™ solution is now available for sale in North America. For detailed technical specifications and configuration options, refer to the product spec sheet [LINK]. To learn more about this and other industrial-grade lighting solutions from Dialight, visit www.dialight.com.