The DALI Alliance announces new resources and recognises the 2026 DALI Lighting Award Winners at Light + Building

The DALI Alliance, the global industry organisation for DALI, the internationally-standardised protocol for digital communication between lighting control devices, will highlight major new developments at Light + Building 2026, taking place March 8th – 13th in Frankfurt, Germany, in Hall 8.0, Booth D80A.

This year’s presence focuses on expanding member access to enhanced technical resources, certification data, and interoperability tools – reinforcing DALI’s position as the leading open lighting protocol for intelligent, connected lighting systems.

The DALI Alliance will also proudly recognise the winners of the 2026 DALI Lighting Awards, celebrating outstanding projects that demonstrate creative, high-performance use of DALI technologies across architectural, commercial and industrial applications.

Paul Drosihn, General Manager of the DALI Alliance, said: “Light + Building is always a milestone moment for our community, and this year we are especially pleased to introduce new developments that give our members better access to the resources and data they rely on. These improvements strengthen the value of DALI as a global standard and reinforce our commitment to supporting improved education around open, interoperable lighting systems. We are also delighted to celebrate the 2026 DALI Lighting Awards winners, whose projects continue to push the boundaries of what is possible with DALI technology.”

Jeremy Ludyjan, Marketing Manager of the DALI Alliance, added: “Our focus this year has been on expanding the tools and information available to our members and the wider lighting industry, ensuring they can work more efficiently and with greater confidence in the interoperability of the DALI protocol. The enhancements we are unveiling at Light + Building reflect direct feedback from our global community. It’s inspiring to see how the industry continues to innovate, and the award-winning projects demonstrate the strength and versatility of the DALI ecosystem.”

The DALI Lighting Awards celebrate excellence across both Application and Innovation categories, recognising outstanding projects that demonstrate creativity, technical expertise, and real-world impact. From human-centric lighting in workplaces to large-scale architectural installations and advanced smart‑building integrations, the winning projects highlight the creativity and technical expertise driving the next generation of lighting design.