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Tridonic UK is proud to have taken part in the BBC Bitesize Technicians Make a Difference Careers Tour, supporting the next generation of engineers and highlighting the essential role of technicians in the UK’s manufacturing sector. As part of the initiative, Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprentice Troy Blamire represented Tridonic, sharing his personal career journey and offering insights into life as an engineering apprentice.

The nationwide tour introduces school students to real technicians working in industry, helping them understand the diversity of technical careers and the pathways that can lead to them. For Tridonic, participation aligns closely with its Tridonic 360 People pillar, which champions education, skills development, and meaningful engagement with young people considering a future in STEM.

Growing up in the village of Piercebridge near Darlington, Troy first discovered his passion for engineering whilst at senior school, repairing motorbikes alongside his father. He began his journey with Tridonic during his sixth form studies, completing a T Level that saw him undertake weekly work experience within the maintenance department. Today, he plays an active role in preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs and bespoke LEAN projects, supported by experienced colleagues across the facility.

During the BBC Bitesize panel sessions, Troy shared the personal motivations that shaped his career direction:

“I first knew what I wanted to do after I started fixing motorbikes with my dad in Year 9.”

He also described the strong support network that has been key to his success:

“I particularly enjoy the people at work; it feels like a friendly community and I always know who to ask if I need help or a chat.”

Despite early challenges commuting to site, Troy encouraged students not to worry about mapping their entire future immediately, explaining that engineering offers a wealth of different roles and opportunities.

Tina Taylor, Training Coordinator at Tridonic UK, commented “We are delighted to support the BBC Bitesize tour and incredibly proud of Troy’s achievements. His journey demonstrates the value of apprenticeships, hands-on learning, and the supportive culture that we foster at Tridonic. Engaging with young people forms an important part of our Tridonic 360 People pillar commitment, helping create a strong pipeline of talent for the future.”

Troy’s involvement highlights Tridonic’s dedication to developing capability from within and promoting technical careers to young people. His participation not only celebrates his own accomplishments but also showcases the opportunities available within Tridonic and the broader engineering sector.

Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in hazardous and industrial LED lighting innovation, has introduced a new High Output LED Area Light, now available in North America.

Delivering up to 13,000 lumens, this latest addition to Dialight’s proven LED Area Light portfolio sets a new benchmark for efficiency and return on investment. With greater light output, facilities can achieve superior coverage with fewer fixtures, lowering both installation and long-term operating costs.

Engineered for maximum durability, the High Output LED Area Light is factory-sealed to withstand the harshest conditions, featuring corrosion-resistant copper-free aluminum housing, stainless steel hardware, and ingress protection ratings up to IP69. The fixture is also vibration-tested to IEC 60068-2-6, ensuring reliable performance in the toughest environments, including refining, mining, pulp and paper, waste and wastewater, and more.

Certified to UL1598/A and UL844 and backed by Dialight’s industry-leading 10-year warranty, the High Output model is available in hazardous, non-hazardous, and battery backup versions, all fully compatible with existing Dialight Area Light mounting options.

Dialight CEO Steve Blair said: “Our area light range offers a significant number of benefits for lighting requirements in challenging environments. By adding new high output variants, we can offer even greater choice for our clients to meet their specific needs.”

“As with all of our products, we have designed and manufactured the solution with meticulous attention to all of the details, ensuring longevity and guaranteed performance even in the most difficult of applications. By providing a 10-year warranty, we aim to offer additional peace of mind by demonstrating our faith in the life span of this LED solution.”

For more information on Dialight’s industrial-grade LED lighting solutions, visit www.dialight.com.

LiGHT Expo London isn’t just another trade show lined with rows of exhibitors. It’s a space for discovery – where designers, specifiers, contractors, architects and beyond come together to explore how light shapes the built environment, how innovation drives design forward, and how collaboration continues to define the lighting community.

With over 200 exhibitors, thought-provoking talks and dedicated networking areas, LiGHT 25 offers visitors the chance to experience light in all its dimensions.

Following the success of 2024’s Intra-Spectrum by light artist Frankie Boyle, LiGHT 25 welcomes a new light art immersive centrepiece: Re:Vision, a collaboration between Speirs Major Light Architecture and formalighting.

Re:Vision invites visitors to step into a world of light and perception – a sensory journey that challenges how we see and understand the visual experience of other species. Using custom spectral profiles and reimagined Ishihara colour blindness test patterns, the installation explores how different life forms perceive colour and light in ways entirely distinct from our own.

Speirs Major explains, “We’ve always been fascinated by how each species experiences a completely different version of reality, despite sharing the same planet. When you begin to understand this, you start to think about the impact we as lighting designers have on those experiences through artificial light. This installation is intended to open minds – to start a conversation about designing not just for humans, but for the many other living beings that share our spaces.”

To translate complex scientific research into an accessible experience, Speirs Major and formalighting have crafted a series of environments, each based on the spectral vision of different animals. Within these spaces, visitors encounter Ishihara-style colour charts – familiar to many as tests for colour blindness – which appear or vanish depending on the available spectrum. The result is both playful and profound: an artistic incitement that makes us question how others, human or otherwise, perceive the world.

Speirs Major goes on to explain, “It’s not about simulating another species’ vision, but about creating a spark – an opportunity to see differently, even for a moment.”

Through their partnership with formalighting, known for their innovation and precision in light control, Speirs Major were able to bring this vision to life using advanced luminaires and motorised systems that enable dynamic spectral shifts and subtle changes in atmosphere.

“Formalighting have been fantastic collaborators,” Speir Majoir noted. “Their technology allowed us to experiment and deliver light in new ways, pushing beyond traditional boundaries.”

At its heart, Re:Vision is a call for empathy and imagination. Inspired by philosopher Thomas Nagel’s essay What Is It Like to Be a Bat?, the installation embraces the impossibility of truly seeing through another creature’s eyes – and yet, in doing so, invites us to reflect on how we design for a world of difference.

“Humans are the only species that truly needs artificial light,” says Speirs Major. “Yet our use of light affects every other species. Birds stay awake longer under urban lighting, nocturnal creatures lose darkness, and ecosystems are disrupted. This project asks us to think beyond ourselves.”

The installation also resonates with wider conversations around inclusivity and accessibility in design. As Speirs Major explains, “Even within our own species, perception varies – ageing changes how we see, and those with colour blindness experience the world differently. Re:Vision is a reminder that design must account for those differences, cultivating awareness and empathy along the way.”

For visitors to LiGHT 25, Re:Vision is more than an installation – it’s an experience that stays with you. It will make you pause, question, and perhaps even see your own work differently.

In an exhibition that celebrates every aspect of lighting design – from the technical to the poetic – Re:Vision is a symbol of what LiGHT 25 is all about: imagination, exploration, and connection.

Castleford, UK: International retail solutions provider, Sigma, is delighted to announce the appointment of Dan White as Display Director.

With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, White brings a wealth of expertise across retail fixtures, display delivery, and client-focused project execution. Having worked directly in retail before joining Swedish company, ITAB, White developed a deep understanding of the operational realities and customer-facing challenges that retailers encounter every day.

During his 16 years at ITAB, he held several senior leadership positions – including Retail Director, Commercial Director, and most recently, Vice President Interiors for the UK and Baltics. He has led major projects for some of the UK’s leading retailers, including Morrisons, Co-op and ASDA and is widely recognised by his commercial insight, operational leadership, and practical approach – qualities that will further strengthen Sigma’s operations and support its continued growth.

With a proven record of increasing turnover, achieving KPIs, and delivering strategic projects within fixed timelines, White is also known for his ability to develop people, optimise operations, and build long-lasting customer relationships founded on trust and shared goals.

Commenting on his appointment, White from North Lincolnshire said, “I’m thrilled to be joining Sigma and building on the great reputation the display division has within its existing valued client base. I’m passionate about building strong relationships and delivering outstanding innovation, customer service and value for new and existing clients. I’m excited to get started and to demonstrate our expertise and capabilities not only within the display division but also as part of the wider Sigma group.

David Dignam, Group CEO at Sigma said, “I would like to extend a warm welcome to Dan. His exceptional record and reputation precede him. What particularly impressed me is Dan’s proven ability to build and nurture genuine, long-term relationships with clients – relationships built on trust, collaboration, and shared success. His understanding of retail from both the client and supplier perspective, coupled with his strong leadership and delivery focus, make him an outstanding addition to the Sigma team. I’m confident he will play a vital role in our continued success.”

A Midlands renewable energy and lighting manufacturer has secured a prestigious
international defence contract to supply thousands of custom-designed lights for the
flagship aircraft carrier of the French Navy.
Voltacon Energy Systems, which is based on the Burnsall Road Industrial Estate in Coventry,
has been awarded a £100,000 contract by the French Ministry of Armed Forces for the
Charles de Gaulle warship after impressing military engineers with its advanced LED lighting
for the UK’s Royal Navy.

The order for 10,000 tube lights follows a long-standing relationship with the UK Ministry of
Defence, which saw Voltacon supply over 20,000 specialist LED bulbs for vessels including
the HMS Queen Elizabeth, HMS Prince of Wales, Type 45 Destroyers, and various Royal Navy
frigates.
The lights will now be packaged and delivered to France for the engineers on-board the
Charles de Gaulle to fit in the autumn.

A spokesperson for the French Ministry of Armed Forces said: “We have partnered before
with Voltacon to upgrade our own lighting network with very positive results.
“Having a first-hand account of the project on our own aircraft carriers, it was only logical to
extend this offer to the Charles de Gaulle.
“After extensive testing, we concluded that our overall electrical characteristics improved
and that this solution was far more cost, time and environmentally effective than replacing
the fixtures themselves.”
Stefanos Kandilidis, Managing Director of Voltacon Energy Systems, said the deal reflected growing cross-border collaboration under NATO’s framework for shared innovation and
procurement.
“This relationship began at a defence engineering conference where a senior MoD engineer
introduced us to their French counterparts,” he said.
“They were looking to renovate and modernise the lighting systems on the Charles de
Gaulle.
“After testing our strobe lighting, we received positive feedback particularly regarding
improvements in brightness and energy efficiency, and the elimination of magnetic
interference that had plagued older fluorescent systems.”
Voltacon's lights underwent rigorous trials before being selected for full deployment on the
Charles de Gaulle – a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.

“We’re honoured to play a part in modernising such an iconic vessel,” Stefanos added. “This
is more than just a business deal – it’s validation of our engineering capabilities and the trust
placed in us through the NATO network.
“Any NATO country can now source our products without going through extended
compliance checks, giving us a direct route to supply defence projects across Europe and
beyond.”

Voltacon now has its sights set on expanding its footprint in global defence supply chains,
including the U.S. Department of Defense.
Stefanos said: “We’re building a strong reputation for problem-solving in complex
environments like naval ships.
“This latest project could be the springboard to even bigger opportunities within NATO and
allied forces.”

Caption: The Charles de Gaulle warship

UK, October 2025 – TRILUX Lighting, a leading provider of technical lighting solutions, has
donated over 50 luminaires to the Be the Change Youth Project, an award-winning youth
organisation based in Bolton. The luminaires have been installed in the charity's new
premises, ranging from exterior lighting to reception areas, counselling rooms, and general
spaces.

The Be the Change Youth Project, known for its commitment to empowering young people and
deterring them from engaging in gangs, recently caught the attention of Simon Dixon, Head of End User at TRILUX Lighting. Simon, who also volunteers for the police force, recognised the vital role the charity plays in the community. Upon learning that the charity was seeking support for fitting out their new premises, Simon was eager to help, knowing firsthand the impact such initiatives can have on youth development and crime prevention.

Speaking about the donation, Daniel Sukula, Founder of the Be the Change Youth Project
expressed heartfelt gratitude, stating, "We are incredibly grateful to TRILUX Lighting for their
generous donation. This support will not only help us create a welcoming and safe environment for
the young people we serve but also enable us to expand our programs and activities to further our
mission of promoting positive change within our community."
Reflecting on TRILUX's contribution, Simon Dixon remarked, "As someone who is deeply invested
in both lighting innovation and community service, I am honoured that TRILUX can play a part in

supporting the Be the Change Youth Project. Lighting is not just about illumination; it can also
symbolise hope and opportunity. We believe that by brightening the physical space of their new
premises, we are contributing to the brighter futures of the young people they serve."
For further information on TRILUX Lighting please visit: https://www.trilux.com/gb/

Leading manufacturer of sustainable lighting solutions, LEDVANCE, has secured UMSUG (Unmetered Supply User Group) codes for a number of its streetlighting lamps to further support its clients – particularly local authorities, councils and others with responsibility for town planning and management.

The 13-digit UMSUG (or charge) codes are assigned to individual solutions, and enable the Unmetered Supplies Operator (UMSO) and Meter Administrator (MO) to accurately calculate the electricity usage for each unique luminaire.

The codes allow for accurate billing when unmetered supplies are being used, and the usage has to therefore be calculated by the network operators. The use of the codes enables the accurate calculation of energy consumption, which in turn reduces the risk of over or under payments for the amount of electricity used.

Using charge codes also supports improved operational efficiency. Not only does it save time and resources when compared to metered applications, it also allows for better auditing of equipment and forward planning with regard to energy consumption and maintenance.

LEDVANCE’s range of streetlighting solutions have the ability to save significant levels of energy – up to 60% – when used instead of conventional HID (High-Intensity Discharge) lamps. LEDVANCE offers within the UMSUG Program 17 different LED replacement products for HID conventional Lamps, like HQL (High-Intensity Quantum Dots) LED and NAV LED, in different sizes, light colours and wattages, with a light output up to 11 700 lumen.

Nelo Neves, Managing Director from LEDVANCE said: “By adopting UMSUG codes for a wide range of our streetlights, we are simplifying billing for many of our clients. There are many reasons to switch to LED streetlights for energy efficiency and improved lighting; and the addition of UMSUG codes makes the LEDVANCE solutions even more appealing.”

For more information you can always contact LEDVANCE UK.

Recolight has announced the publication of its first One-Off
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), developed for Raytec’s
SPARTAN Linear Range. This marks a major milestone in
Recolight’s expanding EPD service offering and reflects the
growing demand for verified environmental data across the lighting
sector.

Raytec, based in Ashington, manufactures all products in-house
and provides specialist LED lighting solutions for hazardous,
industrial, transport, and security applications. By obtaining an
EPD through Recolight’s One-Off EPD service, Raytec now has
verified environmental metrics for its flagship products; supporting
transparent communication and reinforcing its commitment to
sustainable lighting.

This milestone highlights the flexibility of Recolight’s One-Off EPD
service, which is designed for generating a small number of EPDs
or for ad-hoc product-level declarations. The service is delivered
using the One Click LCA platform and independently verified for
publication by EPD Hub. Raytec’s declaration is now publicly
available on the EPD Hub platform. From data submission to
Recolight to publication of the finished EPD took less than 4
months.

Max Robson, Environmental Metrics Manager at Recolight,
commented:
“We’re proud to have delivered our first One-Off EPD for Raytec’s SPARTAN Linear range. This is the
first step in our commitment to helping lighting manufacturers navigate the complexities of product-
level environmental reporting. This new service opens the door for more companies to showcase their
sustainability credentials in a meaningful way.”

Gemma Millington, Project Manager at Raytec said:
“The SPARTAN Linear is a high-performance LED lighting solution designed for hazardous area
installations, engineered to deliver extreme levels of durability for Zone 1 and Zone 2. So it was a
logical choice for the company’s first EPD. Working with Recolight meant we obtained our EPD rapidly
and cost-effectively.”

Recolight’s EPD services are delivered in partnership with One Click LCA and are part of a broader
mission to support sustainability in the lighting industry. By offering One-Off EPDs for product families.

Recolight provides manufacturers with the tools they need to meet growing market expectations for
sustainability data, and contribute to a more transparent, environmentally responsible future.
For more information about Recolight’s EPD services, visit www.recolight.co.uk.
To explore Raytec’s lighting solutions, visit www.raytecled.com.

Luce&Light has strengthened its global presence with the opening of its first exhibition hub in Asia, located inside LightHub – LK Technology’s Smart Lighting and SmartCity Experience Center – in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam is a key location for the company in the Asian market, thanks to its strategic position and the sector’s rapid growth.

“We were eager to open this showroom,” says Marco Celsan, CEO of Luce&Light, “because it marks a key step in consolidating our presence in this area. This milestone was made possible through our collaboration with LK Technology, a partner with whom we share a vision of innovation, quality and the integration of light, architecture and smart technologies.”

The new Luce&Light Hub has been conceived as a permanent space dedicated to exchange, learning and dialogue. Intended for local lighting designers, architects and professionals, it offers the opportunity to explore LED lighting solutions for indoor, outdoor and underwater applications up close, and to directly put their performance and potential to the test. This meeting point will foster collaborative design and provide tailored support, with direct assistance from the Luce&Light team.

The Vietnam Luce&Light Hub confirms the company’s vision: to develop high-quality lighting systems designed to integrate harmoniously with architecture and landscape – delivering flexibility, control and creative value to projects worldwide.

Tridonic UK recently hosted its “Emergency Tech Day” at the company’s Spennymoor facility, welcoming more than 30 attendees from 15 lighting sector OEMs. Guests travelled from across the UK to take part in an exclusive day of technical insight, product innovation, and discussions on the future of emergency lighting.

The event also underlined Tridonic’s continued investment in UK manufacturing, highlighting the value of a reliable domestic supply chain. With its emergency product portfolio designed, engineered, assembled, and distributed from Spennymoor, Tridonic UK remains uniquely positioned to offer a fast, responsive service and local technical support – a clear differentiator within the market.

Throughout the day, visitors were introduced to both existing and new solutions within Tridonic’s emergency lighting range. Live demonstrations featured the EM ready2apply self-contained emergency solution, designed for rapid installation and guaranteed compliance; the EM converterLED family, offering flexible configurations for maintained and non-maintained operation; and the basicDIM Wireless system, enabling seamless integration of emergency functionality within connected lighting environments.

A key highlight of the day was the discussion around battery life and recent advancements, including the 12-year fit-and-forget battery, as well as battery qualification initiatives and ongoing investigations such as low-temperature and smart battery features. This led onto Tridonic’s unique LiFeGuard technology, a function included in all Tridonic LiFePO₄ batteries and associated emergency drivers, providing three levels of protection and operational safety. One attendee commented on the forward-thinking work of Tridonic “Very interesting to hear all of the insights on battery technology and ageing/lifetime analysis of components and associated system R&D, for example LightCoach.”

Delegates also enjoyed a comprehensive factory tour showcasing Tridonic’s precision manufacturing processes, quality assurance procedures, and investment in UK-based assembly and testing. Certification, compliance, and sustainability were key themes, with discussions highlighting how Tridonic’s partnerships with leading industry associations help maintain the highest performance and safety standards across all product categories.

Alec Fielding, UK Key Accounts Manager at Tridonic, commented “The Emergency Tech Day was a great opportunity to demonstrate the strength of our UK operation and the expertise that underpins our product portfolio. Bringing customers to Spennymoor allows them to see first-hand how our commitment to local manufacturing translates into quality, responsiveness, and innovation. As the industry moves toward smarter, more connected emergency systems, we’re proud to be leading that transition with solutions that deliver both performance and peace of mind.”

The day concluded with an engaging Q&A session exploring the future of emergency lighting, smart controls, and sustainability. Overall, the day was a resounding success, with attendees sharing: “Absolutely brilliant, it was so inspiring to be amongst others in the industry and learning about up-and-coming and future products from Tridonic,” and “Tridonic should do them more often.”

Tridonic’s 360 framework was exemplified throughout the day – bringing together its People, Places, Portfolio, Projects, and Sustainability efforts, with the final pillar of the day coming from its attendees, the Partners. Collectively, the day demonstrated how collaboration and innovation continue to drive the company’s growth and commitment to the UK lighting industry.

The “Emergency Tech Day” was a collaborative effort across the Tridonic UK team. David Dixon, Vice President of Product Management and Marketing, helped guide discussions around the company’s strategic innovation roadmap and future product direction. Stuart Sloane, Operations Director, facilitated the factory tour, giving guests a first-hand view of Tridonic’s advanced UK manufacturing capabilities. Stewart Hill, Senior Director of R&D, and his team of specialists were also on hand throughout the day, providing live demonstrations, sharing insights into ongoing research, and answering detailed technical questions from attendees. Their engagement reflected the People and Places elements of Tridonic’s 360 Framework, showcasing expertise, teamwork, and dedication that underpin the company’s success.

By bringing the industry together under one roof, Tridonic UK reaffirmed its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability through its Tridonic 360 Framework – empowering people, strengthening partnerships, and supporting the UK lighting community with trusted, future-ready solutions that are both responsive and accessible.