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As the curtain rises on another vibrant season at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, White Light, a d&b solutions company (WL) is proud to continue its long-standing partnership, supporting the venue’s evolving creative and technical ambitions with a lighting rig that is as versatile as it is visionary.
Joe Kirk, Head of Lighting at Regent’s Park, has led the charge in designing a season rig that balances creative flexibility with environmental responsibility. “Every show; whether a musical, a play, or a concert, relies on the same core rig,” says Kirk. “It’s designed to be modern, adaptable, and budget-conscious, while still delivering the high-impact visuals our audiences expect.”

This year’s rig, fully IP-rated and 100% LED, includes standout fixtures such as the Martin ELP PAR IP and Viper XIP, chosen for their brightness, colour mixing capabilities, and resilience in outdoor conditions. “We’ve seen a real shift,” Kirk notes. “Lighting in Act One is now visible and impactful, even before sunset, which simply wasn’t possible a few years ago.”
The theatre’s unique open-air setting presents both challenges and opportunities. With sunlight dictating design decisions and only two hours of true darkness available for plotting each night, the team has embraced creative solutions.

Sustainability remains a core focus. “We’re not just thinking about power consumption,” says Kirk. “We’re looking at the full lifecycle of our equipment. We want to make sure every fixture earns its place, not only creatively, but environmentally.” The team tracks energy usage per performance and encourages lighting designers to consider the environmental impact of their choices.
WL’s support has been instrumental. From facilitating fixture demos to providing rapid access to additional gear such as 70 traditional PAR cans for the recent production of Dream Ballets: A Triple Bill, the partnership is built on trust, responsiveness, and shared values. “Dom and Stuart from WL go above and beyond,” says Kirk. “They care about the venue, and it shows.”

Dom Yates, Head of Lighting at WL comments: “This season has been a real milestone, supporting Joe and the team in achieving a fully IP-rated LED rig at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Having worked closely with the venue for over a decade, I understand the unique demands of the space, which allows us to respond quickly and effectively. Thanks to our strong relationship with Live Technology, we’ve been able to facilitate hands-on demos of new fixtures, ensuring the team has the right tools for the job. It’s been a privilege to collaborate on a rig that’s not only technically robust but also future-ready.”

As the season concludes with a week of live music performances, the rig will seamlessly transition from theatre to concert mode, another testament to its thoughtful design. “We’re proud of what we’ve built,” Kirk reflects. “A rig that works for musicals, plays, and concerts. A rig that’s flexible, future-ready, and environmentally responsible.”

Photo/ Show Credits:

Shucked, Photos by Pamela Raith
- LD Japhy Weideman
- Associate LD Lucy Adams
- Programmer Stephen Settle

Dream Ballets, Photos by Johan Persson
- LD Joshie Harriette
- Programmer Stephen Settle

Noughts & Crosses, Photos by Manuel Harlan
- LD Josh Pharo
- Programmer Stephen Settle

New Site Unites Product Lines and Strengthens Global Growth Strategy in APAC

PENANG, Malaysia, August 4, 2025 – Dialight (LSE: DIA), a global leader in industrial LED lighting and opto-electronic LED technology, proudly announces the official inauguration of its new manufacturing facility in Penang, Malaysia. The event, taking place on August 12, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the company’s global growth strategy and its commitment to long-term investment in the Asia-Pacific region.

The new plant consolidates the production of Dialight’s Solid State Lighting (SSL) and Optoelectronics (OE) product lines into a single, streamlined facility. By uniting operations, Dialight aims to harness synergies across both product groups to drive process improvements, operational efficiency, and enhanced service for its global customer base.

“This is more than just a new facility; it’s a strategic hub for innovation, collaboration, and growth,” said Steve Blair, CEO of Dialight, who will be attending the event alongside Rizwan Ahmad, Chief Operating Officer, and key Malaysian government officials. “Our presence in Penang is central to supporting our customers around the world, particularly in the growing APAC market.”

The new facility reflects Dialight’s commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, delivering a reduced environmental footprint while continuing to support customers with the highest standards of quality and reliability.

The inauguration is set to host distinguished guests from the Malaysian state government, alongside representatives from Dialight’s customer, supplier, and manufacturing partner networks.

First graduate joins the team at the Spennymoor facility

World renowned supplier of lighting technology, Tridonic, is delighted to announce the recruitment of James Trudgill, a 21-year-old student and the first graduate of the Academy to join the Spennymoor team. Working in partnership with New College Durham, the education scheme is designed to deliver and develop vital skills across the electronics industry, with the objective of attracting young talent into manufacturing careers

Since September 2024, students have been able to access a level 2 electronics course at New College. The 1st year course led by Tina Taylor, Ideas & Training Coordinator at Tridonic UK, is specifically an EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations with a Mechanical and Electrical Bias. This has recently been confirmed as a 5-year programme, with trainers Joe Jameson and Alison Cox ready to teach 2nd year students from September 2025. This will provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the engineering industry.

The Academy was designed to bridge the gap between education and employment by offering students hands-on training in key manufacturing principles and skills, including hand soldering and NXT FUJI machine operation. Through the partnership, students like James have benefitted from first-hand experience of real-world engineering and manufacturing environments. This is vital component of Tridonic’s wider long-term workforce strategy.

James Trudgill Operator at Tridonic UK shared his experience of the programme: “It was very informative and very practical – in fact, it was my most enjoyable lesson of the day, and the trainer was excellent. I felt I had everything I needed to help with my training – the soldering and machine training gave me the opportunity to prepare for the start of my new role. Everyone at the Spennymoor facility has been very friendly, and I can chat with all the operators, I’ve been made to feel relaxed.”

Looking ahead, James is already setting goals for his future: “I want to work on my leadership skills through courses and guidance from staff. My first goal is to become a cell leader at Tridonic.”

Ben Kennard, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Manager at Tridonic UK added: “We’re thrilled to see James thriving in his new role. His success is a testament to the value of the Academy, and we look forward to welcoming more students into the programme over many years to come.”

By investing in the Tridonic Academy, the company is not only supporting the next generation of manufacturing professionals but also ensuring a smoother transition from education to employment. The Academy model allows Tridonic to tailor training to its specific needs, creating a pipeline of skilled, motivated, and well-prepared candidates in the North East of England.

Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in hazardous and industrial LED lighting innovation, has announced the launch of its new Battery Backup ProSite LED Streetlight. This latest extension of the trusted ProSite platform delivers critical emergency illumination in the event of a power disruption, helping industrial facilities maintain visibility and safety in both hazardous and non-hazardous environments.

Built with an integrated 10W NiMH battery, the fixture provides up to 180 minutes of light output in emergency mode and operates in ambient temperatures ranging from -4°F to +131°F (-20°C to +55°C).

The Battery Backup ProSite LED Streetlight is designed for quick and easy installation, with no external battery enclosures or additional wiring required. Built-in self-testing with red and green LED indicators enables fast ground-level status checks and minimizes maintenance demands.

The fixture meets UL844 CID2, CIID1, CIID2, and CIII standards in North America and RCM requirements in Australia. This makes it ideal for a wide range of outdoor applications including roadways, walkways, facility perimeters, parking areas, and egress paths where maintaining visibility during outages is essential for operational safety and security.

The Battery Backup ProSite LED Streetlight is available in North America and Australia. For more information, visit www.dialight.com.

Industville is pleased to be among the inspiring global design talent to have been shortlisted as
a finalist in this year’s SBID International Design Awards for its entry, Dulwich in the Lighting
category.

"Every design we create begins with a simple question: how will it transform the space it's
placed in, and how will it make people feel? The Dulwich was shaped by that vision. With its
clean lines and minimal form, it carries a quiet strength that speaks volumes. It’s designed to
shift the atmosphere, to calm, energise, and inspire through thoughtful simplicity and carefully
chosen materials.

To have this piece recognised is not only an honour, but also a powerful nod to the design
direction we’ve committed to – purposeful, refined, and emotionally resonant design."
– Mara Rypacek Miller, Founder

Evaluated by a panel of distinguished, industry-leading experts for functionality, innovation,
creativity and technical execution, an SBID Award is considered one of the most coveted
accolades for design excellence. Success in this GOLD-rated Awards programme
demonstrates the highest level of design skill and professional mastery across the interior
design profession.

About the product:
The Dulwich range is a study in layered design, combining multiple, rippling levels of mocha
glass, an elegant and understated bronze holder, and an ‘orb-like’ alabaster glass globe at its
centre.

The mocha hues of the smoked glass in these pieces create a warmer glow than that of
traditional clear finishes and are a response to a growing desire for warm neutrals that soothe
the senses. This look is carried through in the simple and elegant bronze holder. The use of
multiple layers of the mocha glass in the design creates an elegant diffusion of light that gently
filters through, casting softly across any space rather than in an overly directional manner.
Finally, the alabaster glass globe centre creates an elevated contrast to these foundations, both
balancing and enhancing the visual appeal of the piece. When illuminated, a soft glow diffuses
from the semi-translucent core, highlighting the natural variations in the effect that make each
piece unique.

In June 2025, K-LITE completed its lighting contribution to Crown Residences, a residential project by Baashyaam Constructions, located on the bustling Poonamallee High Road in Koyambedu, Chennai.

Designed to redefine modern living in Chennai, the project is comprised of 15 residential towers and a Signature Tower, reaching up to 25 floors and offering a total of 2,078 units. This large-scale development blends architectural finesse with lifestyle-driven design.

K-LITE was appointed to provide landscape and exterior lighting solutions for this development, collaborating closely with the landscape architects and lighting consultants. Together, the teams aimed to enhance the nighttime ambience and safety of the expansive exterior areas, including roads, gardens, and pathways.

A key focus for the lighting was the extensive landscaped zones that weave through the development. To accentuate these green spaces and pathways, K-LITE supplied Brussel lighting poles, selected for their elegant design and durability in outdoor conditions. These fixtures not only offer visual continuity across the site but also ensure that the community spaces remain welcoming after dark.

K-LITE also provided their Conical Arch poles paired with Waco Road Light fixtures – a robust solution that combines architectural styling with high-performance and efficiency. Complementing the overall scheme, bollard lights were deployed for low-level pathway illumination, and Nebula spike lights were used to accent trees and softscape elements.

This project highlights K-LITE’s expertise, lighting solutions and the ability to collaborate to deliver outdoor lighting solutions that elevate large-scale residential environments. With a commitment to quality, longevity, and design integrity, K-LITE continues to shape the nightscape of India’s bold developments.

Products:

Landscape area – Brussel lighting Pole

Exterior Road Lighting – Conical Arch with Waco Luminiares and pathway guide by bollard Luminaires

Spike Lights Nebula

Project Credits

Crown Residences – Baashyaam Constructions

Landscape architects MANCINI Designs (Chennai & Mumbai)

Lighting consultant Mr. Senthil Raj of LIGHT Co Lab.

Images – Courtesy of K-LITE

A Striking Showcase of Bespoke Craftsmanship and Collectible Luxury Design

Gabriel Scott is pleased to introduce a captivating custom iteration of its iconic Briolette Pendant, crafted in luxurious natural onyx stone. Originally developed for a private commission, the Briolette Onyx Pendant exemplifies the studio’s dedication to bespoke craftsmanship, exceptional materials, and collectible, made-to-order design.

While not part of the standard collection, the Briolette Onyx can be commissioned by special request. As a fully customized piece, pricing is available on application, with stone selection, finishes, and scale determined in close collaboration with Gabriel Scott’s in-house design team at the time of order.

This exclusive design reflects Gabriel Scott’s ability to transform and personalize existing collections while also offering entirely tailored lighting solutions that resonate with a client’s individual vision and space.

A Fusion of Disciplines and Fine Craftsmanship

The Briolette Pendant embodies Gabriel Scott’s multidisciplinary approach – fusing the architectural, the artisanal, and the poetic. Inspired by the elegant Briolette diamond cut, the pendant reinterprets faceted beauty through sculptural form, traditionally using hand-blown glass encased in angular metallic prongs.

In this custom version, glowing onyx stone replaces the glass shade, introducing a refined sense of weight, warmth, and natural texture. The result is a luminous centrepiece that reveals the inherent beauty of natural materials, with a rich glow that enhances the sophistication of any space.

A Showcase of Bespoke Capability

The Briolette Onyx Pendant is a striking illustration of Gabriel Scott’s bespoke expertise – demonstrating how the studio can evolve an existing design into a one-of-a-kind collectible through collaborative customisation. While the finish shown was developed for a past project, the onyx stone and metallic details are fully customisable, with pricing available on application and final finishes determined at the point of order.

“At Gabriel Scott, we take great pride in our ability to adapt and evolve our collections to meet a client’s unique vision. The Briolette Onyx Pendant is a beautiful representation of how our designs can transform through customisation – honouring the original form while introducing new materiality and character. It’s this kind of collaboration that pushes us creatively and allows us to deliver something truly extraordinary.” — Scott Richler, CEO & Creative Director, Gabriel Scott

A Sculptural Centrepiece for Curated Interiors

Already a favourite in kitchens, bedrooms, and living areas, the Briolette Pendant becomes a true collector’s statement in this custom onyx version. Whether suspended in a grand entrance, above a dining table, or as a sculptural feature in a powder room, it brings an unmistakable sense of refinement and presence to interior schemes.

Availability
The Briolette Onyx Pendant is a custom-made piece, available by special request only.

To discuss your bespoke requirements, please contact Gabriel Scott at: newyork@gabriel-scott.com

About Gabriel Scott

Founded in 2012, Gabriel Scott is a luxury lighting and furniture studio known for its sculptural silhouettes, refined materials, and commitment to made-to-order craftsmanship. The brand works with leading designers and architects around the world to create bespoke pieces for residential, hospitality, and commercial interiors.

Thorn Lighting proudly unveils College 2, the next-generation luminaire designed to transform educational environments. Building on the legacy of its best-selling predecessor, College 2 is engineered to meet the evolving needs of modern learning spaces, offering exceptional
performance, energy efficiency, visual comfort, and flexible installation options.

Key Features and Benefits of College 2
 Combines low-glare (UGR <19) diffused light with excellent cylindrical illuminance and 14 % upward light, ensuring optimal lighting for tasks,
spaces, and facial visibility
 Meets IP44 ingress protection standard, suitable for science labs and workshops
 Easy installation with seven mounting options including surface, wire suspension, continuous-run and BESA box compatibility
 Designed for fast one-for-one replacement of legacy College fluorescent and early generation LED luminaires
 DALI-2, Bluetooth, emergency and sensor options for enhanced functionality

Ideal Applications
College 2 is purpose-built for educational settings including classrooms, lecture halls, and libraries. Featuring a single LED light engine integrated with a Bi-Lens Primary optic and a Quad Linear prismatic diffuser, the luminaire delivers exceptional lighting quality and a refined illuminated effect. Its versatile design also makes it suitable for offices, meeting rooms, and healthcare environments that demand visual clarity and user comfort.

Innovation and Sustainability
Designed and manufactured at Thorn’s Spennymoor facility in north-east England, College 2 reflects Thorn’s commitment to quality and sustainability. The luminaire is engineered for a long service life of 100,000 hours (L80) and features a unique patent-pending hinged gear tray for simplified maintenance. Efficacy up to 145 lm/W ensures energy savings.

Lighting the Way Forward
David Williamson, Senior Product Manager for Indoor Luminaires at Thorn Lighting, commented, “With College 2, Thorn Lighting reaffirms its leadership in delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable lighting solutions. This next-generation luminaire has been completely reimagined with advanced optics and a market-leading specification – designed and developed entirely in-house. It’s a clear reflection of our commitment to enhancing educational spaces and supporting the future of learning.”

Given their exposure to the elements, floodlights need to be durable, robust and offer longevity. As with all luminaires, not all floodlights are manufactured to the same standards. Nelo Neves, Managing Director of LEDVANCE UK looks at what should be considered when specifying a floodlight.

Floodlights serve a very specific purpose, delivering a broad beam of light that is high-intensity. Ideal for large areas such as stadiums, car parks and logistics centres, floodlights provide a broad and evenly-distributed illumination.

As floodlights are installed outside, exposed to even the most arduous of conditions, they need to be incredibly robust. This ensures they can offer reliable performance, even when situated in demanding environments.

To guarantee this high quality and durability, it is important to look for IP and IK ratings. IP66 and IK08 will ensure protection from water and dust ingress, alongside high resilience against impact. To bolster this further, selecting a floodlight that offers C4 corrosion resistance will deliver even greater protection from the elements. Other specifications to look for that extends service life include a breather membrane with silicone sealing ring, which prevents water buildup and condensation – protecting electrical components for an extended lifetime.

An ability to operate within a wide range of temperatures is also hugely beneficial. For example, the Floodlight Area Gen 2 range from LEDVANCE can function between -30°C to +50°C. This means it will still deliver light even in the most extreme of temperatures.

Comfort for those working or undertaking activities within the lit area is very important. To ensure this, a key consideration is the elimination of glare. Using the Floodlight Area Gen 2 range to illustrate this, its universal asymmetric beam angle (48°×85°) ensures precise, glare-free illumination while limiting light spill.

In addition, the flat tempered glass cover allows safe illumination without light pollution; with a ULOR 0% at 0°.

Notwithstanding the need to remove glare, floodlights still need to be able to direct light where it is actually needed. Look for floodlights that have a flexible bracket with wide rotation, as this will enable easy and accurate installation. To further add to adaptability, modern floodlights offer a multi-lumen function with adjustable brightness levels that can be easily adjusted via a dip switch. This allows on-site changes and simplifies planning.

For those applications where sustainability is a priority, floodlights can play a role in securing this. For example, the Floodlight Area Gen 2 range is manufactured using 100% recycled aluminium for the frame and housing.

Focusing on sustainability is where specifying a high efficiency solution will also reap benefits with regards to energy savings. Opting for a floodlight that delivers up to 150 lm/W will maximise the opportunities for energy savings.

Looking at all of these factors, it’s clear to see there is much more to floodlights than just bright light that operates even in challenging weather conditions. By making a considered choice, projects can also benefit from sustainable solutions that create comfortable environments, and offer on-site adaptability.

Now in their twentieth year of collaboration, Culture Creative and White Light continue to deliver some of the UK’s most visually captivating outdoor experiences. From the atmospheric chills of Halloween to the festive warmth of Christmas, White Light (WL), a d&b solutions company, is proud to be one of Culture Creative principle suppliers for their seasonal trails across the country.

At the heart of Culture Creative’s trails is a commitment to storytelling through light. Tony Simpson, Head of Lighting at Culture Creative, leads the design and delivery of lighting across all UK sites. With a background in both lighting design and technical management, Tony brings a deep understanding of how light can shape emotion, atmosphere, and audience experience.
“Our trails are about more than just lighting trees,” Tony explains. “They’re about creating moments, whether that’s the quiet magic of a winter woodland or the eerie tension of a haunted graveyard. Every fixture, every angle, every colour choice is deliberate. And WL understands that.”

From the theatricality of Halloween to the festive sparkle of Christmas, each trail is carefully curated to balance creativity, practicality, and environmental sensitivity. “We’re constantly reimagining what’s possible,” says Tony. “And that means working with suppliers who can match our ambition.”

As the scale and complexity of the trails grow, so too do the challenges. From navigating protected wildlife habitats to working within International Dark Sky Reserves, the lighting team must balance creative intent with ecological responsibility.

“The biggest challenge isn’t technical, it’s environmental,” Tony notes. “We work closely with ecologists to ensure our designs are wildlife-friendly. That means using red-spectrum lighting in sensitive areas, reducing light spill, and sometimes redesigning entire sections of a trail to protect local species.”

For the 2024/2025 trail season, WL supported two Halloween trails (Kew and Quarry Bank) and six Christmas trails (Kew, Dunham Massey, Stourhead, Bedgebury, Belton, and Chester), supplying over 5,200 lighting fixtures. These included 334 IP-rated moving lights, 1,875 intelligent LED fixtures, and 2,500 fixed colour LED fixtures, alongside a wide range of generics and specialist units.

Dom Yates, Head of Lighting at WL, comments: “Our relationship with Culture Creative goes back to 2005 when we supplied equipment to their Northumberland Lights events. We are proud to continue supporting them and enabling their creative vision thanks to our broad range of equipment. Over a four-week period, we deliver a significant volume of equipment to multiple sites, and we value the trust they place in us to deliver on time, every time. This year, we’ve seen a further shift towards LED source units, including some of the newest additions to our inventory such as the Ayrton Rivale, Martin MAC Viper XIP, and Chauvet Colorado Q15 Battens.”

With thousands of fixtures moving across multiple sites in a matter of weeks, the logistics are as demanding as the design. But for Tony, the relationship with WL is built on more than just equipment.
“WL makes you feel like you’re their only customer,” he says. “From Dom to the account handlers and prep teams, the level of care and professionalism is exactly what you’d expect from a company of their calibre. They get what we’re trying to do, and they help us do it.”

As Culture Creative continues to push the boundaries of outdoor light art and celebrates 20 years of creating magical experiences, WL remains a trusted partner in delivering experiences that are as technically robust as they are creatively inspiring.

Photo courtesy of Culture Creative, Photos by Geraint Lewis