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Halco Acquires Topaz Lighting from Southwire
Topaz’s permanent fixtures shift to Halco after Southwire’s 4-year detour
If You Can’t See the Flicker, Is It Still There?
New brain imaging research challenges assumptions and gives lighting people more to consider
Architecture Firms Facing Entrenched Market Slowdown
Firms report weak demand as economist warns recovery hinges on pipeline reactivation
Regional Rollups Reshape the Rep Game for Manufacturers
Local trust meets regional scale as independent lighting brands face tough rep decisions
Signify Faces Patent Suit Over Web Search Tools
2007 database patent triggers lawsuits against several multi-billion dollar firms
Elite Lighting’s Labor Settlement Totals Over $1 Million
Allegations of unpaid wages, missed breaks, and labor violations resolved
6 Ways the Cree Lighting Saga Might Actually End
Furlough extended again. Mock DraftKings odds on what might be next for Cree Lighting.
Griven Acquired by Former Exec Luca Meinardi
Experience Brands spins off global dynamic lighting maker, stresses continuity in North America
NEMA Survey Finds Steady Market, Rising Optimism for 2026
Most respondents report unchanged environment with few signs of decline
Lighting People Join the Cast at LDI 2025
From designers to reps, everyone’s chasing dynamic lighting experiences
New IALD Leadership Set as 2026 Begins
New and returning leaders officially elected to the IALD Board and Membership Committee
Zero Emissions Building Guidance Pulled by DOE
Initiative no longer aligns with current administration's energy priorities
Commercial Project Planning Dips Slightly in November
$300+ million projects get rolling in Michigan, Arizona and Illinois
5 Things to Know: December 6
A key part of GE Lighting's legacy is repurposed. Plus, a CEO's $1.2 million deposit keeps the lights on a bit longer.
Zumtobel’s Global Growth Continues to Dim
Worldwide revenues dip 6.9% as New York facility winds down operations
Lighting Agents & Brands Unite in 97 New Partnerships
It's been a busy time for Manufacturers and Lighting Agents forming new partnerships.
Signify Cancels 5.8 Million Shares After Buyback Blitz
Company repurchased 7.1 million shares in 43 weeks, retiring 80% of them
What If Your Lighting Simulations Are Wrong?
New research raises questions about photometric accuracy in industry-standard formats
It’s Time to Fix the Rep–Manufacturer Partnership
Geoff Marlow explores how misaligned structures are stalling industry progress
Musco Lighting Acquires LED Screen Business
Acquisition brings Insane Impact’s video walls and event screens into Musco brand
Surge in Construction Starts Driven by Megaprojects
$1+ billion projects get rolling in Louisiana, California and Indiana
Lighting People: On the Move | November 2025
Career moves of 53 lighting people, some of whom you may know
Cree Lighting Signals Financing Deal Before Year-End
Furlough extended through Dec. 12 as "interested parties" visit plant
Nanoleaf Settles With Signify in IP Dispute
Nanoleaf’s second patent settlement in 2 months, as Signify tweaks strategy
Buildings Are Learning to Think. Are We Ready?
A.I. meets Lighting and HVAC: are truly smart buildings finally within reach?
Lumileds Cuts 61 Employees, Moves California Work to Asia
LED manufacturer tightens production footprint ahead of ownership change
Designing With Daylight: A Control-Based Approach
Intelligent daylighting strategies reduce energy use and enhance comfort
5 Things to Know: November 22
Signify leans on weak numbers during wage talks. Plus, taxpayers will fund a $25M landmark lighting revamp.
Research Confirms Trade-Offs in the Battle Against Blue Light
Color rendering, brightness, and longevity vary across light pollution mitigation methods
Bold Lighting Mandate to Reshape NYC Streetscape
City Council requires 1.0 footcandle sidewalk brightness across 300 blocks per year
Lighting’s Role in Material Transparency Often Overlooked
Declare labels grow, but visibility remains low compared to other building materials
The Lighting Industry’s Last Consolidation Wave
Geoff Marlow explores how today’s M&A frenzy masks tomorrow’s structural reckoning
Architecture Billings Fall Again, Outlook Remains Cautious
Only one-third of firms anticipate stronger business next year
Electric Avenue — News Impacting Lighting Markets: November 2025
Distribution giants post record growth as data center demand reshapes market priorities
Energy Focus Sales Drop Amid Mounting Pressure
Once a $64 million brand, now battling for relevance and Nasdaq compliance
5 Things to Know: November 15
Canada Light Expo gains traction in year two. Plus, Signify boosts service accuracy 12% using A.I.
What the Hell Is Going On at Cree Lighting?
Another furlough extension, a shrinking workforce, and a quiet lien paint an increasingly uncomfortable picture
6 Takeaways, 6 Challenges Define the New Show’s Path
Light + Intelligent Building North America charts new path, with major groundwork still required
Light + Intelligent Building North America Replaces LightFair
Show owners expand scope and distance from LightFair legacy. Firmly “not a rebrand.”
2026 Lighting Event Calendar Glows With Possibility
With 25 events and counting, the year is packed with chances to learn and connect
$185M Verdict Stands in Case of Leaky Fluorescent Ballasts
State Supreme Court ruling revives teachers’ claims of PCB exposure in classrooms
Dialight Edges Forward, Even as Sales Slip
After years of volatility, half-year results show rising profits despite a 4.3% revenue dip
Construction Planning Cools After Record Highs
$500+ million projects get rolling in North Carolina, Illinois and California
Federal Lawsuit Alleges Theft of Molds, Trade Secrets
Best Lighting Products claims Chinese engineers rebranded its emergency lights as QLLITE units
U.S. Lighting People Explore Opportunity in Hong Kong
Flat panels for $3.30, persistent salesmanship, and the search for hidden gems in a massive expo
Lighting Agents & Brands Unite in 110 New Partnerships
It's been a busy time for Manufacturers and Lighting Agents forming new partnerships.
Two in a Row: LSI's Lighting Momentum Continues
Behind the scenes moves reveal a company primed for more acquisitions
Now Hiring: A Flurry of Jobs hit the Inside Lighting Board
From New England to Los Angeles — and plenty of places in between — the lighting industry is hiring
Orion Shows Discipline, But Growth Flatlines
Improved margins offset by stagnant revenue and EV charging headwinds
Lighting Industry Could Face Renewed Tariff Whiplash
Could 2025 end as it began with volatile and unpredictable tariff policy?