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As part of India’s ambitious drive to modernise its infrastructure, three key railway stations in the southern region – Begumpet and Karimnagar in Telangana, and Shornur Junction in Kerala – have recently undergone a transformative facelift.

With projects completed as recently as April and May 2025, these upgrades were carried out under two major national programmes: the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan and the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). While Begumpet and Karimnagar stations were developed as part of Gati Shakti Units (GSUs) to fast-track connectivity and urban infrastructure, the enhancement of Shornur Junction was aligned with the broader goal of improving passenger amenities and travel experience under the ABSS.

K-LITE played an important role in shaping the lighting landscape across all three stations. Known for their technical reliability and design-led solutions, K-LITE delivered a wide selection of outdoor lighting products that elevated both the functionality and visual appeal of these public spaces. K-LITE’s sales team proactively engaged with project stakeholders across each location, building strong relationships through continuous dialogue and project support – an approach that proved key to securing and successfully delivering these high-impact projects.

For the Begumpet and Karimnagar stations, architectural firm M/s Narsimham Associates from Secunderabad were entrusted with creating a landscape-led design vision. To support this, K-LITE supplied a wide range of decorative poles and contemporary landscape lighting fixtures to enhance the spaces.

At Begumpet, the integration of asymmetrical Sudo and Sudo Mini luminaires delivered focused, comfortable lighting and In-ground fittings were carefully placed to highlight natural elements. A mix of Nebula Mini and Midi fixtures, equipped with honeycomb louvres for glare control, brought refined accents to key areas, while Mushroom bollards, Neon Flex, LED strip lights, and recessed Cylin Mini luminaires ensured pathways and perimeters were clearly illuminated.

Karimnagar station followed a complementary design, with the lighting strategy centring on continuity and energy efficiency. Anila Celosia and Heron Conical poles were used to complement the design, with Imperial Mini, a decorative pole-mounted luminaire with downward light distribution to deliver a clean architectural emphasis.

At Shornur Junction, the lighting upgrade took a different route. Appointed directly by the Executive Engineer of the Palakkad Division, K-LITE worked closely with railway officials to deliver a tailored lighting solution that aligned with the goals of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The design focused on creating a safe, accessible, and visually welcoming environment for passengers. Here, the emphasis was on creating a lighting scheme that not only improved visibility and orientation but also enhanced the architectural expression of the station’s environment.

Across all three sites, the lighting solutions demonstrate a strength in delivering technically robust, aesthetically sensitive, and energy-efficient products. K-LITE’s commitment to supporting public infrastructure is evident in every detail of these railway projects. With thoughtful design coordination, intelligent product choices, and long-term collaboration with key project stakeholders, K-LITE continues to illuminate India’s path toward a smarter, more sustainable future.

Project Credits

Begumpet railway Station, Begumpet, Hyderabad, State Telangana

Karimnagar railway station, Karim Nagar City, State Telangana

Shornur railway station, Shornur, Palakkad, State Kerala

Architectural – Narsimham Associates

Shornur Station, K-lite, were directly appointed by the Palakkad division Executive Engineer

Images – Courtesy of K-LITE

Products

K-lite Products, Begumpet Station Landscape

2079-600-G52-DA – Anila Celosia Lighting Pole

2079-600-G52-SA – Anila Celosia Lighting Pole

KL-2743 Sudo – Asymmetrical-12W LED

KL-2747 Sudo Mini 2747- 6W LED

KL-4098 In-Ground Input power-8W LED

KL-4129 Fountain Light – Underwater Luminaires- 18W LED

KL-4266 Nebula Mini with Honey Comb KL-8333 – 6W LED

KL-4268 Nebula Midi with Honey Comb KL- 8334 -12W LED

KL-4893*Imperial Mini 50W LED

KL-5583 Mushroom Bollard -16W LED

KL-3230 Neon Flex

KL-4082 Cylin Mini-18W LED

KL-4267 Nebula Midi-12W LED

KL-4283 Nebula Midi – GU10 (Green and Red LED Lamp 7W)

KL-7289 LED Strip Light- 12W/m

For Karim Nagar Station Landscape

2079-600-G52-DA – Anila Celosia Lighting Pole 6000MM

2079-600-G52-SA – Anila Celosia Lighting Pole 6000MM

2075-700-S06-DA – Heron Conical Lighting Pole 7000mm

2075-700-S06-SA – Heron Conical Lighting Pole 7000mm

KL-4268 Nebula Midi-12W LED

KL-4392 Avenue 100 LED Road Light Fixture mounted on Heron Lighting Pole

KL-4893* Imperial Mini 50W mounted on SA/DA Anila celosia lighting pole

The Place is a landmark new-build student accommodation development in Nottingham, and the first of its kind for developer and owner MRP. Designed to offer more than just a place to live, the scheme combines style, function, and a strong sense of identity, brought to life by the award-winning interior designers at Ekho Studio.

The interior design from room finishes to the schemes stunning amenity spaces on the ground floor and 11th floor roof terrace features lighting solutions from Light Forms.

The interior design narrative draws from three site-specific themes helping ensure a unique style and sense of place, reflected in both the finishes and lighting. The first thread was ‘heritage’, referencing Nottingham’s rich industrial past and iconic mills. The second thread was ‘process’, inspired by the city’s world-renowned lace-making traditions. Lastly, ‘locality’, drawing elegant cues from nearby Queen’s Road and the historic Belvoir Castle.

Ekho Studio’s lighting design approach focused on zoning the space, identifying the features and circulation points where track lighting will be used to aid wayfinding. Rachel Withey, Co-Founder at Ekho Studio commented “These are the areas where we specified Light Form’s flexible track lighting and the smaller fittings.”

Light Forms enriched the space by suppling a range of lighting solutions included Powergear Mains Track and Powergear DALI Track systems – chosen for their adaptability, performance, and clean architectural finish. These versatile tracks allowed for maximum flexibility in the amenity spaces and living areas, essential for future-proofing a high-use student environment.

To highlight features and create atmosphere, Carina 86 downlights were specified alongside the Nova 62 track spots and pendants. This combination delivers precision lighting with a timeless, elegant aesthetic that complements the scheme’s refined material palette and architectural character.

The end result is a dynamic, inviting space that balances practicality with personality, creating a student living environment that is not only functional but beautifully lit throughout.

Project credits:

Developer and Owner: MRP Investment & Development
Interior Designer: Ekho Studio
Lighting Manufacturer: Light Forms
Operator: Prestige Student Living
Building Architect: Consarc
Contractor: McAleer & Rushe
Photographer: Stevie Campbell

Colón Towers in Madrid sets new standards with NZEB, WELL and LEED
certifications

TRILUX has completed a landmark lighting project at Colón Towers (Torres Colón) in Madrid –
now recognised as Spain’s most sustainable office building. Owned by insurance group Mutua
Madrileña, the 31-storey building is the first in the country to achieve certification as a Nearly Zero
Energy Building (NZEB) and will also receive WELL and LEED certifications in recognition of its
outstanding environmental and workplace credentials.

An integral part of meeting these ambitious standards was the smart, energy-efficient lighting
solution designed and delivered by TRILUX Spain. Around 3,000 luminaires were installed
throughout the building, offering not only optimal light quality and visual comfort, but also integrated intelligence and digital control.

High-performance lighting for modern workspaces

TRILUX developed bespoke linear luminaires specifically for this project, all equipped with
integrated presence and daylight sensors. The luminaires adjust automatically to the time of day
and occupancy, supporting both energy efficiency and user wellbeing.
Lighting colour temperature (4,200 Kelvin), high colour rendering (CRI 90), and a unified glare
rating of 19 ensure compliance with WELL certification criteria, helping to promote productivity and
comfort. For added design value, Sonnos pendant luminaires in black were also selected to
enhance aesthetics in key areas.
Smart, connected and future-proof

Lighting throughout the building is controlled using the Casambi system, with each floor connected
to a central gateway. This enables the building team to manage lighting remotely, monitor
performance in real time, and streamline maintenance. If a luminaire needs replacing,
reprogramming is not required – delivering both time and cost savings.
This project underlines TRILUX’s capability in delivering cutting-edge lighting solutions that meet
the highest sustainability and workplace standards, supporting building owners and occupiers
alike. For further information, visit: www.trilux.com/en

UK designers and manufacturers of lighting equipment, P&A Projects, have completed a successful commercial project at the Express Building in Manchester.

The Express Building is renowned for being the original Daily Express newspaper offices in Manchester. This Grade II listed building was designed by engineer Sir Owen Williams in 1939, and features a futuristic, space-age design with curved surfaces and glass finishes.

Today the building is used as a modern workspace in a vibrant neighbourhood in Manchester. The Express Building is home to a visitor reception, cafe, and business lounge, while the top fifth and sixth floors provide access to a dedicated terrace area with striking views across the city centre.

P&A Projects were appointed to the project by electrical contractor CSK Electrical to supply lighting features throughout the offices and meeting rooms. The brief was to provide a custom, alternative solution to the specified globe pendant luminaires and design a solution for the canopy luminaire.

Due to its glass fronted design, the expansive floors are flooded with natural light and the new lighting scheme makes the most of this, by accompanying it with a layered scheme featuring meticulously selected luminaires.

P&A Projects supplied 60 400mm Dia Globe luminaires with a bespoke decorative top cap, two 900mm Dia POLO pendant luminaires, a bespoke Art Deco exterior canopy luminaire, and various Subspace 70 linear luminaires varying from 1197mm to 3344mm in length. POLO and Globe are spherical suspended architectural luminaires, which draw the eye to their dynamic design, while the Subspace fixtures provide each area with comfortable general lighting.

Philip Ascroft, Managing Director at P&A Projects said: “We were thrilled to work on this innovative project, demonstrating how our bespoke lighting solutions can transform a space to meet the unique vision of the client. The Express building is a renowned architectural feature in Manchester and we were honoured to provide a custom lighting scheme that reflects this.”

Project credits:
Electrical Contractor – CSK Electrical

Lighting Partner: – Palace Lamps Company

Photography: Mike Dinsdale

Raising the bar in style and practicality, Ansell Lighting’s brand-new outdoor lighting range,
Foliar Connect, is ideal for high-end residential lighting projects.

Consisting of three contemporary, spike-mounted luminaires and a centralised control hub,
the 24V, low voltage lighting system combines sleek design with outstanding performance
and ease of installation.
Available in either black or natural green finishes, all products in the Foliar Connect range
blend effortlessly into outdoor environments.

Foliar’s Planter Spike is perfect for flower beds and other planting areas, providing subtle,
low-level lighting, whilst the Mini Flood Spike delivers a wider spread of light in larger areas.
Finally, the Spot Light Spike has been specifically designed to provide more targeted
illumination, perfect for drawing attention to specific features or architectural details.
A major attraction of the Foliar Connect range is its highly innovative plug-and-play setup
and centralised control. Simple to install, the hub includes a mounting bracket with a built-in
spirit level to ensure hassle-free positioning, whilst the spike fittings can be simply pushed
into the ground and connected to the hub using quick-fit connectors, with no wiring or tools
required. Two and four-way splitters are also available, enabling the system to be configured
to suit a wide range of outdoor layouts.

Highly flexible, this inventive modular design allows lights to be added, adjusted or
repositioned with ease at any time and without the need for further electrical work.
The central hub enables seamless control across all connected luminaires and allows for
CCT selection between 3000K and 4000K. An OCTO-enabled version is also available,
offering remote access to dimming, scheduling, and other adjustments via smartphone or
tablet.

All luminaires in the Foliar Connect range are IP66-rated, making them robust, weather-
resistant, and built to perform reliably in all outdoor conditions.
Mark Abbott, Managing Director at Ansell Lighting said:
“As its name suggests, the new Foliar Connect range has been specifically designed to
complement landscaped environments and is perfect for subtly lighting up features such as
foliage, pathways and architectural details without disrupting the natural aesthetic. It is also
incredibly easy to install and operate, offering users the freedom to change installation
layouts and operative settings as required, for enhanced functionality.”

“Don’t be left in the dark”: Thorlux says more than 2,000 premises a year breaching fire regulations as it unveils next generation Firefly emergency lighting

Thorlux is warning that more than 2,000 premises a year are breaching fire regulations following an analysis of data from the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC). The lighting firm revealed the figure as it unveiled a new generation of its industry leading Firefly emergency lighting product, designed to ensure facilities managers are never left in the dark when it comes to their compliance with stringent regulations and budgetary pressures.

The data from the NFCC shows that 2,066 enforcement and prohibition notices were issued by fire authorities between June 2024 and the end of May 2025, including 10 against hospitals, six against schools and 140 against care homes.

Having appropriate emergency lighting in place is a crucial part of compliance with fire regulations. While the data published by the NFCC does not only relate to breaches concerning emergency lighting, it nonetheless offers an indication of the level of non-compliance.

With emergency lighting offering critical protection for occupants during power failures, whether resulting from fire or other causes, facilities managers must ensure their systems comply with building regulations and are tested regularly so they are ready when needed.

The next generation Firefly from Thorlux offers an enhanced ten-year warranty, improved environmental performance and a choice of precisely engineered optics that deliver regulatory compliance using fewer units than ever before. The new units, which integrate with Thorlux’s SmartScan lighting control system, feature self-testing capabilities offering facilities managers real-time access to a dashboard showing the status of their emergency lighting and logging automated tests to create the required compliance paper trail.

Together, the need for fewer units and significantly reduced maintenance requirements are set to offer substantial cost savings to facilities managers. The upgrades that come with the new generation of Firefly mean that, in some cases, half as many units are needed, with battery life doubled and manual maintenance schedules slashed.

Liam Greene, Product Manager for Emergency Lighting at Thorlux Lighting, said: “Emergency lighting is a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Despite the critical importance of compliance, many employers, occupiers, or property owners remain unaware of their responsibilities or the fact that they may already be non-compliant. Breaches of these regulations can result in significant consequences, including personal liability for the designated responsible person, site closures, and restricted access due to safety concerns.

“A common challenge is the lack of clarity around who holds responsibility, which can lead to serious safety risks for occupants and legal exposure and fines with no maximum amount for organisations.

“In response to these challenges, the Thorlux team set out to create a solution that simplifies ongoing compliance – making it more effective, reliable, and cost-efficient. The result is Firefly, the next generation of discreet emergency lighting. With increased luminaire spacing, reduced battery maintenance, enhanced sustainability, and a fully integrated wireless reporting and control system, Firefly ensures that you’re never left in the dark -and more importantly, never non-compliant.”

Parramatta Square Sydney: How light follows an architectural vision
and high sustainability standards

Parramatta Square, developed by Walker Corporation, is one of
Australia’s most ambitious urban renewal projects, transforming
Western Sydney's largest urban centre into a vibrant commercial,
cultural and civic hub. Located in the geographic centre of
Greater Sydney, this $3.2 billion redevelopment encompasses
around 300,000 square meters of commercial, retail and civic
space. The project spans six hectares and includes commercial
towers, public spaces and civic buildings.

In 2013, Sydney-based architectural practice JPW won an international
design competition for the first stage of development of the precinct.
Over the next decade, JPW's Project Director, Mathew Howard, would
lead the firm's engagement with the City of Parramatta Council and
Walker Corporation to refine and deliver the precinct masterplan;
integrating public transport infrastructure, public spaces, civic buildings
and workplaces to redefine the civic heart of Greater Sydney.

Key to the realisation of the architectural vision was the
implementation of a lighting concept that did more than just
illuminate — it helped define the identity of the precinct. Michel
Goupy, Principal of LightStudioMG, explained that his company’s
task went beyond functional lighting. It was about translating the
architectural narrative into a language of light with formulating an
appropriate design:
“Effective both day and night, illumination needed to
create visual hierarchy, vertical illuminance, the perception
of brightness and accentuation of public art.”

The goal wasn’t purely technical. The lighting design was conceived
as a tool for crafting atmosphere — guiding people through the
expansive precinct while reinforcing its character and making the
complex layout intuitively legible.

Glowing from within: the “lantern effect”

4, 6 & 8 Parramatta Square are the primary office towers that define
the southern edge of the Parramatta Square public domain. They
comprise a total of more than 200,000 square metres of premium
office space above a series of civic scaled foyers and third spaces that
connect and engage with the public realm. The lighting design for each
of these spaces was planned to meet base-level illuminance, with
enhanced lux levels in lift lobbies and on art, furniture and reception
areas to create points of focus and provide visual impact.

Each foyer features soaring travertine walls. Travertine is a natural
limestone formed by mineral deposits from hot springs, known for its
warm tones and porous texture. It has been used in architecture since
ancient times and lends a sense of timeless elegance and material
authenticity to contemporary spaces.

This material quality provided the opportunity to showcase a so-called
„lantern" effect from the public domain. The effect refers to the visual
impression of the interior walls softly glowing from within, much like a
lantern. When illuminated, the light interacts with the pale, textured
travertine to create a gentle, upward radiance that is visible from
outside. This conveys warmth and presence, transforming the
lobbies into welcoming beacons within the precinct.

“Our approach to effectively illuminate the 15-metre-high
walls was to consistently light the top half of the wall with
wallwashers and support this with supplementary aimable
luminaires to infill the bottom half,” explains Goupy.

The result is striking.

Framing art with light: creating landmarks and identity in space
Accentuating elements within each space helps orientation and
creates visual landmarks. Significant artworks have been placed in
each lobby, from wall-hung paintings and tapestries to a replica of the
“Rose Hill Packet”, the first European boat built in Australia,
suspended in the foyer of 6 Parramatta Square. This gives the spaces
an identity. Lighting large artworks in large spaces presents unique
challenges: ensuring the light is spread evenly, using shadow where it
is needed, and minimising glare for people passing in different
directions within the space.

“An elevated level of light on artworks allows them to stand
out from the background illuminance,” explains Goupy.

This was achieved using luminaires from the ERCO Quintessence and
Atrium product families (downlights and wallwashers) as well as
Parscan spotlights.

5 Parramatta Square: architecture for community, light for public
life

Distinct from the office towers, 5 Parramatta Square (known as PHIVE)
serves as the new civic heart of the city. Developed by the City of
Parramatta Council, it includes council chambers, a public library
and community spaces within a fluid, curving structure. Its white,
sinuous facade echoes the nearby Parramatta River and its
welcoming, transparent form symbolizes accessibility and civic
openness. The building also incorporates a large digital screen
embedded in its facade, offering a platform for storytelling, events
and civic communication. Lighting within PHIVE is designed for
purpose, warm and welcoming, encouraging the different activities
that each zone is used for. A clever mixture of Parscan and Eclipse
spotlights creates the basic illumination, delivering ambient lighting
and complemented by accent and zonal lighting.

Timeless and Sustainable: high-performance lighting to match an
architectural vision

As public transport connectivity and population density grow, the
foresight in developing a site as expansive as Parramatta Square is
evident. Similarly, the team’s ability to anticipate the sustainability
demands of the community and tenants has proven crucial. The office
towers boast 6-star Green Star ratings (World Leadership accreditation
from the Green Building Council of Australia) and the precinct was
acknowledged in 2024 as Australia’s most energy efficient commercial
development.

The choice of ERCO fittings in the lighting design was part of the
overall commitment to the vision for Parramatta Square.

“The research and development ERCO invests in fitting and
lens technology translates into products that have very high
efficacy and minimal glare,” explains Mathew Howard.

High efficacy, translated in high lux per watt, is the result of precise
photometric systems developed by ERCO. The crucial factor here is
the quantity of light reaching the surface to be illuminated for a given
connected load. “This allows us to use fewer fittings to achieve the
desired architectural and lighting outcomes and ensure the comfort
of occupants of the buildings, and do so in a sustainable and cost-
effective way,” Howard remarks.

Michel Goupy concurs, “Whilst there is a myriad of choices of
lighting equipment in the marketplace, ERCO was chosen for its
reliability and high quality. Precision optics, ability to control glare
effectively, luminaire efficiency, high- quality light sources and
interchangeable lenses meant the ERCO product range solved
many of the challenges on Parramatta Square.”

Walker Corporation’s Parramatta Square sets a new benchmark for
integrated, culture-driven urban development in Australia. The

success of the precinct lies not just in its world-class architecture or
sustainable performance but in its attention to the emotional and
cultural life of its spaces. And the lighting design? As respected lighting
designer Michel Goupy concludes, the audience should be impressed
by space without noticing the lighting.

Grandeur, volume, direction, function. The architectural and lighting
outcomes at Parramatta Square truly deliver for the people of Sydney,
and will for many years to come.

The latest addition to the Six by Nico portfolio brings the brand’s signature six-course tasting menu concept to the heart of Bristol. Known for its storytelling through food, each Six by Nico restaurant delivers an immersive experience that evolves every six weeks, with menus inspired by a different place or theme. The Bristol venue continues this tradition, combining culinary creativity with outstanding interior design.

Studio Two Interiors have crafted a wonderfully warm setting by layering rich materials, utilising curated artwork and planting that creates an inviting and distinctive space. Architectural arches and painted backdrops give the restaurant character, while the carefully chosen smaller details add softness and depth.

To support the interior narrative and deliver a seamless guest experience, Studio Two specified a selection of architectural luminaires from Lucent Lighting. The lighting design focused on delicately enhancing key areas of the restaurant without drawing attention to the fittings themselves.

Above each dining table, recessed EDGE90 Pinhole downlights in a custom RAL finish provide focused illumination, with high CRI95+ LED technology to ensure the food is presented with clarity and colour accuracy. Elsewhere in the restaurant, miniature MICRO OCULUS downlights have been used to highlight the artwork and other features, offering precise, low-glare accenting that adds dimension. The addition of VISTA MINI spike lights provides uplighting to potted plants and interior olive trees, reinforcing the biophilic elements within the design scheme and adding gentle layers of texture and contrast.

The architectural arches within the venue are illuminated using INGROUND40 recessed uplighters. These are strategically positioned to lift the ceiling and accentuate the unusual construction of the space.

Giovanni Premi, from Lucent Lighting, said: “It’s the finer details that make all the difference in a project like this. From colour temperatures to beam angles, every choice plays a role in shaping the mood and experience. When there’s this level of collaboration and attention to detail, you get a result that feels effortless – but is the product of careful planning and precision.”

The lighting at Six by Nico Bristol, delivers a balance of functionality and aesthetic intricacy. Through thoughtful specification and meticulous execution, Lucent Lighting have assisted in creating a setting that feels both sophisticated and welcoming.

Project Credits:

Project Name: Six by Nico Bristol

Interior Design: Studio Two Interiors

Client: Six by Nico Holding

Project Manager: Giovanni Premi – Lucent Lighting

Photographer: Stevie Campbell

Products:

EDGE90 Pinhole in custom RAL

Recessed accent/adjustable LED Downlighter

MICRO OCULUS Miniature Recessed LED downlighter

VISTA MINI Spike LED

INGROUND40 Recessed LED Uplighter

Intelligent Lighting Controls Slash Energy Consumption by 80%

Leading UK lighting manufacturer, Whitecroft Lighting, has successfully delivered a major smart lighting upgrade for the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), dramatically reducing energy consumption across its UK-wide estate.

The project has delivered unprecedented efficiencies for the government department, the largest of its kind in the country, reducing lighting energy consumption by around 80% across 129 modernised sites.

In partnership with leading facilities management provider, Mitie, Whitecroft Lighting replaced outdated lighting systems with modern LED luminaires and smart building technology.

This provided a more energy-efficient, sustainable solution that enhances workplace comfort, and delivers long-term carbon savings for the DWP.

Whitecroft’s intelligent, sensor-driven lighting system, Organic Response, was central to the project’s success. Its exclusive daylight harvesting system automatically adjusts lighting levels based on natural light availability.

By intelligently monitoring lighting levels, organic response maximises the value of natural light and drives up carbon and cost efficiency.

Whitecroft’s systems play an important role in the DWP’s ambitious 45% carbon reduction target aligning with UK government’s wider Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, aimed at helping the public sector drive efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

With over 54,300 individual lighting products installed, such as luminaires, seniors and nodes, the DWP upgrade is one the biggest projects in its 80-year history.

All 129 sites were completed within just a two-year time frame, and to minimise disruption to DWP staff and visitors, Whitecroft was assigned specific timeslots for out-of-hours installation. Its pre-engineered, plug-and-play solutions were then selected to ensure a fast and efficient installation process.

Mark Brunt, Regional Sales Manager at Whitecroft Lighting, said: “When Mitie approached us, we knew we had to deliver a solution that made a real impact on the DWP’s carbon reduction targets. Swapping thousands of outdated lights for LEDs instantly cut energy use by 50%, and with Organic Response, we pushed efficiency even further, achieving up to 80% savings.

“We also future-proofed the DWP estate lighting, ensuring it’s ready for the next generation of smart building upgrades and can quickly integrate cloud-based technology, heat mapping, and other smart asset management controls.

“This project has been a great opportunity to show how cutting-edge lighting technology can drive real efficiency in the public sector and support the government’s push for smarter, more sustainable buildings.”

Mitie’s FMs highlighted how smart-ready buildings have transformed facilities management for the DWP, providing real-time insights that enable smarter, data-driven decisions to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.

Based in Greater Manchester, Whitecroft Lighting designs and manufactures all its commercial lighting solutions in the UK.

CU Phosco, in collaboration with ATG Airports, has successfully installed a state-of-
the-art high mast lighting system at Farnborough Airport. This project, part of
Farnborough Airport's commitment to maintaining world-class operational standards
and sustainability, involved the installation of 13 high masts equipped with advanced
FL800D luminaires. The new lighting system ensures exceptional visibility on the
new apron, supporting the Airport's sustainability milestones.
Farnborough Airport, the birthplace of British aviation and Europe's number one
business aviation airport, has long been a symbol of excellence in aviation
infrastructure.

The Airport handles around 31,000 aircraft movements annually. With the opening of
Domus III last year, a state-of-the-art 175,000 sq. ft. hangar facility, Farnborough
Airport continues to set benchmarks in aviation innovation and sustainability.
The Domus III project was overseen by McLaughlin and Harvey as the Principal
Contractor. CU Phosco, acting as a sub-contractor, was responsible for designing
and delivering a comprehensive high mast lighting solution that met the specified
standards. As a preferred supplier for Farnborough Airport, CU Phosco has been
involved in various projects at the Airport for several years.

The project was pivotal in supporting Farnborough Airport's environmental goals,
minimising energy consumption while using more energy efficient lighting, and
follows a series of successful milestones in recent years at the Airport. In 2024,
Farnborough Airport was awarded Level 4+carbon accreditation status by the Airport
Carbon Accreditation (ACA) scheme, one of only five UK airports and the only
business aviation airport to achieve such recognition. Also last year, Farnborough
Airport completed one of the largest light-weight solar installations in the South East,
enabling the Airport to generate 25% of its own power. In 2022, for a two-week trial
period in the lead up to the Farnborough International Airshow, Farnborough Airport
became the first airport in the world to offer SAF at the same price as standard Jet
A1 fuel, after it took a major step in driving the adoption of SAF by offering it to all
customers the year prior. Also in 2022, Farnborough Airport made a commitment to
be Net Zero by 2030 or sooner for emissions within its control, setting one of the
most ambitious targets in the aviation industry.

CU Phosco collaborated with ATG Airports to provide a turnkey solution that
optimised lighting across the Airport's new apron. A total of 13 high masts,
manufactured at CU Phosco's Bradford facility, were equipped with 50 FL800D
luminaires. The luminaires, designed for superior thermal management and high
lumen output, ensure exceptional visibility while minimising energy consumption.
Each high mast features the CU Phosco Raise and Lower System, enabling safe
and efficient maintenance without the need to close large areas of the apron. This
innovative system lowers the luminaire carriage to ground level in one smooth
operation, reducing disruption to airport operations and enhancing safety.
The FL800D luminaires, equipped with Samsung CSP LEDs and the AeroFlow®
Cooling System, deliver consistent performance and longevity. This combination of
advanced optics and robust construction ensures the lighting system meets the
stringent requirements set by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Farnborough
Airport.

The project supports Farnborough Airport's sustainability objectives by reducing
energy usage and maintenance costs. The self-contained FL800ds luminaires, with
their superior thermal management and high lumen

Gary Stone, Project Manager at ATG Airports, commented, "The high mast lighting
system installation was seamless, thanks to CU Phosco's robust design and efficient
team. The quality of the finish and ease of maintenance provide a safe and reliable
lighting solution that aligns perfectly with Farnborough Airport's high standards."
Stephanie Bishop, Head of Infrastructure at Farnborough Airport, commented, “CU
Phosco is a well-known and reputable supplier at Farnborough Airport, consistently
delivering high-quality products for several years. Recently, they played a crucial role
in the Domus III project, managed by Principal Contractors McLaughlin and Harvey,
by providing 13 high mast lights of exceptional quality.”