Britannia Quay sits on the north side of Roath Basin in Cardiff Bay, a location shaped by maritime history and ongoing port activity. Positioned close to the Senedd and overlooking active shipping routes, the quay combines historic character with a working waterfront environment.

When concerns were raised about the condition of the existing lighting, it became clear that a straightforward replacement would not be enough. Lanterns were ageing, some units had failed, and the original brackets showed clear signs of corrosion. The Estates team engaged the Highways Streetlighting team for guidance.

As the existing functional lighting columns passed the structural testing procedure, the lighting unit’s lantern and bracket became the main focus and the challenge quickly evolved.

As the original lanterns could not be sourced and their origins were unknown, a like-for-like replacement required careful consideration. The Ealing lantern provided a strong visual match, ensuring continuity across the quay.

Alongside the lantern upgrade, Acrospire designed and refurbished the existing brackets, restoring them to a structurally sound condition while retaining their distinctive form.

The original installation showed clear signs of age, with corrosion across the bracket and deterioration in the lantern housing. Rather than replace outright, the bracket assembly was re-engineered to improve structural integrity and long-term performance, resulting in a cleaner, more refined profile better suited to the coastal environment.

While the new lanterns offer a clear improvement in performance, the upgrade remains visually subtle, preserving the character of the quay without drawing attention to the intervention.

During the design phase, environmental considerations formed an important part of the scheme, particularly around the potential impact of light spill on bats and Cardiff Council’s Biodiversity Duty under the Environment (Wales) Act 2016.

As expected for the location, an ecologist identified common and soprano pipistrelles foraging and commuting alongside the dock. In response, the lighting design was adapted to help minimise potential impact on local wildlife while maintaining safe and effective illumination.

A key change was the move from Cardiff’s standard 3000K specification to 2700K, marking the first scheme of its kind in the city. Light spill contours were also carefully assessed during the design process. The lanterns already featured a directional spill bias towards the required areas, which performed positively during on-site evaluation.

Following this assessment, additional front and rear louvres were introduced to further reduce light spill onto surrounding areas and the adjacent waterway.

Together, these measures helped create a solution that balanced ecological considerations with operational and public safety requirements.

The lanterns operate via photocell control, providing a simple and reliable solution suited to the quay environment.

Manufactured in the UK using locally sourced materials, the Ealing lantern combines durability with a reduced carbon footprint. A marine-grade painted finish further supports long-term performance in this exposed coastal setting.

A key factor in the project’s success was the collaborative approach between the Highways team and Acrospire, building on an established working relationship.

The upgrade delivers a clear improvement in both performance and reliability. The transition from SON to LED reduces energy consumption while providing more consistent light output across the quay.

Feedback from both the client and local residents has been positive, with the new lighting integrating seamlessly into its surroundings while delivering a noticeable uplift in quality and performance.

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Marking 10 years of GLP UK, the stand will bring together the UK team and international GLP colleagues with some of the latest additions to the GLP range, including the impression FR2, WildBar 8 and TWYN. Alongside them will be the JDC2 IP, supported by a separate programme of dedicated hands-on workshops running away from the bustle of the show floor. And, of course, there will be coffee.

Stand E5 is one of the first stands visitors encounter on the way into the hall, making it an easy meeting point during three busy days, and according to GLP UK, it’s still home to the best coffee at PLASA. No independent verification has been sought.

New toys on stand E5
Making its PLASA debut will be the GLP impression FR2, which combines theatre- and TV-friendly Fresnel quality with a compact format light enough for one person to rig.

Delivering more than twice the output of its FR1 predecessor, FR2 uses GLP’s iQ.Gamut colour technology to ensure consistent colour matching across compatible GLP fixtures. Three additional rings of 32 RGBW LEDs each provide a completely separate creative layer, opening up possibilities for effects and visual accents beyond the fixture’s core Fresnel functionality.

Also making its PLASA appearance is the GLP WildBar 8, the newest and smallest member of the WildBar family. At half the length of the WildBar 16, it uses GLP’s patented seamless pixel pitch technology, continuing a principle that has been featured in every GLP LED bar since the impression X4 Bar. Maintaining exactly the same spacing between pixels both within and between fixtures means WildBar 8 and WildBar 16 units can be mixed freely while still appearing as one continuous line of light, with no visible gaps between fixtures.

Completing the line-up is the GLP TWYN. Still a relatively new addition to the GLP portfolio, TWYN has already gained strong traction by bringing together the DNA of two familiar GLP concepts in one unique dual-face moving head.

One side builds on GLP’s Creos, with a 3×3 array of zoomable RGBL LEDs producing powerful, homogeneous washes. Spin it around and the opposite side takes its inspiration from the JDC Burst 1, combining a white strobe tube with RGBW LED plates for dynamic strobe and colour effects.

They’re two very different lighting concepts in a single fixture. That means less truss space needed and fewer fixtures required. For large productions, that can mean simplifying an already complex rig. And for smaller shows, it means getting significantly more out of the space available.

JDC2 IP: Beyond the Strobe

Away from stand E5, GLP UK is also giving programmers and designers the chance to get properly hands-on with the JDC2 IP.

A substantially updated software platform introduces improved DigiFX, more powerful video integration and a streamlined Canvas, considerably expanding what can be created across multiple JDC2 IP fixtures while making the workflow more straightforward.

Rather than attempting to demonstrate all of that in the middle of a busy exhibition stand, GLP UK is running a programme of dedicated workshops titled “JDC2 IP: Beyond the Strobe” in Workshop Studio, Henley Suite 7.

Led by GLP product specialist René Geissel, the sessions will explore Segment Mapping, DigiFX, Canvas and Fixture Positioning, External NDI, FVP and Pixel Cruncher, together with the new DigiFX Visualizer.

Together, these tools allow designers and programmers to move from fixture-level effects to large-scale visual compositions across multiple JDC2 IP units (including external NDI content) without requiring a separate media server.

Each session lasts 30 minutes and is limited to just six people. That’s intentional. These aren’t presentations from the back of a crowded room. Everyone will have the opportunity to get hands on with the system, to ask questions and to see what it can actually do.

Places on the JDC2 IP workshops can be booked in advance at jdc2plasa2026.netlify.app.

10 years of GLP UK
PLASA also marks a milestone for the UK team, who will celebrate their 10th anniversary in 2026.

Over that decade, GLP UK has grown considerably, but the approach has remained reassuringly familiar – good products, good people, close relationships with customers and (wherever possible) not taking itself too seriously.

A few nods to the anniversary will inevitably make their way onto stand E5 throughout the show. Visitors are very welcome to come and help mark the occasion, and no singing of Happy Birthday is required.

Simon Barrett of GLP UK states, “PLASA is always one of those shows where an enormous number of our favourite people end up in the same building, which is probably why we keep coming back.

This year feels particularly special because GLP UK is ten. We’ve got some genuinely exciting new products to show, there’s a huge amount happening with JDC2, and most importantly we’ll have a lot of the people who’ve been part of those ten years in one place.

Come and see us on E5. Have a play with the kit, book yourself into a JDC2 workshop, drink our allegedly excellent coffee and help us celebrate ten years of GLP UK.”

Photo credits: GLP.

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Coláiste na Mí forms part of the wider Johnstown Education Campus in Navan, a growing educational hub designed to support a rapidly expanding student population. Since opening in 2013, the school has evolved significantly, with ongoing development phases increasing capacity and enhancing facilities to meet future demand.

Working alongside Hayes Higgins Partnership and MDE Installations, Thorn and Zumtobel have supported multiple stages of the campus development, delivering a cohesive lighting strategy across teaching spaces, social areas and external environments. The project also includes the completed St Mary’s Special School, alongside new and refurbished buildings across the campus, with further phases currently under construction.

A brief shaped by flexibility and educational standards

The lighting design needed to respond to a diverse and evolving campus, supporting a wide range of learning environments while meeting strict Department of Education requirements. From classrooms and specialist teaching areas to circulation routes and outdoor spaces, the scheme required consistency in performance alongside flexibility for future expansion.

A key driver was the ability to deliver a complete lighting solution through a single provider, ensuring compatibility across internal and external applications while maintaining programme efficiency and cost control.

Developing a cohesive campus lighting approach

A coordinated mix of Thorn and Zumtobel luminaires was specified to meet the functional and visual requirements of each space while maintaining a unified lighting language across the campus.

In classrooms, Thorn College luminaires provide uniform, low-glare illumination designed to support concentration and visual comfort throughout the school day. Their high efficiency and long service life also contribute to reduced energy consumption and maintenance requirements.

Circulation areas and shared spaces are supported by a combination of linear and compact luminaires, including Novaline and Katona, delivering consistent light levels while guiding movement across the building.

Philip Dewey, Key Account Manager at Zumtobel Group, explains one of the key strengths of this project was the ability of Thorn and Zumtobel to provide a complete lighting solution across the entire campus. By drawing on the strengths of both brands, we were able to offer the right product for each application, ensuring consistency in quality, performance, and design throughout the development.

From the car parks and external areas through to classrooms, circulation spaces, multipurpose rooms, and back-of-house facilities, each space had its own unique requirements. Working closely with the design team at Michael Stapleton of Hayes Higgins Partnership, we developed a lighting scheme that was not only functional and energy-efficient but also complemented the architectural vision for the building.

The completed project demonstrates how the combined expertise and product portfolios of Thorn and Zumtobel can deliver a cohesive lighting solution across an entire campus, creating comfortable, welcoming, and effective spaces for students, staff, and visitors alike.

Supporting a positive learning environment

Throughout the campus, the lighting scheme has been designed to enhance both functionality and wellbeing. Carefully selected colour temperatures support different activities, with balanced illumination improving visibility, reducing eye strain and creating comfortable learning environments for students and staff.

The use of the latest LED technology contributes to lower energy consumption, supporting the school’s operational sustainability while ensuring long-term performance.

A collaborative approach across multiple phases 

Delivering a consistent lighting strategy across a developing campus required close collaboration between all stakeholders. Working alongside Hayes Higgins Partnership and MDE Installations, the Thorn and Zumtobel team ensured that each phase aligned with the overall design intent while accommodating evolving requirements.

Michael Stapleton, Senior Engineer, Hayes Higgins Partnership, comments: “This project required a coordinated lighting approach across multiple buildings and phases, with a strong focus on meeting Department of Education standards. Thorn and Zumtobel provided a reliable and well-considered solution that met performance requirements while allowing flexibility as the campus continues to develop. Their collaborative approach and responsiveness throughout the design and delivery stages helped ensure a smooth outcome. Special thanks to Philip Dewey for his invaluable technical support and assistance throughout the project, which was greatly appreciated.

A future-ready campus lighting solution

The completed and ongoing works at Coláiste na Mí demonstrate how lighting can support both immediate needs and long-term development. With multiple buildings now complete, including Blocks A–D, St. Martha’s Building and St Mary’s Special School, and further phases in progress i.e. Sion House, the campus continues to evolve with a lighting solution that is flexible, efficient and consistent.

By combining the strengths of Thorn and Zumtobel, the project delivers a lighting scheme that enhances the learning environment, supports campus-wide cohesion and is ready to adapt to future growth.

Photography accreditations: Zach Sheridan/Paul Moore.

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PLASA Show’s buzz and vibes are a perfect setting for Robe to reveal five brand new inventive moving light and LED products, and to showcase its other latest technologies – on Stand A70 – alongside its partner businesses, Avolites, Anolis, LSC Control Systems and Artistic Licence.

Robe products launched at PLASA Show 2026 are the Arianne 4 and Arianne 12 which expand the Arianne multisource LED IP65 series of fixtures following the launch of Arianne 2 and Arianne 6 earlier this year, making a complete family. Features include the 55W RGB Lime LED multichip source that seriously makes the colours pop, keeping everyone fully in the limelight!

Also launched is the LEDBeam 400, the iT10 Profile and the mySVOPATT – a new version of the unique SVOPATT luminaire – now with pan and tilt.

Also new

Robe’s new multifunctional laser source GigaPointe makes its first appearance at PLASA Show having had a great run of summer festivals all across Europe – and other product news for PLASA Show is that Robe has implemented its AERIS^TM patented technology to the entire LT series of luminaires.

Originally this started with the iPAINTE LTM which is a PLASA Innovation Award entry this year.

AERIS™ (Airborne Emission Removal In-head System) technology instantly filters and scrubs air in the moving light head compartment, preventing airborne residues (like oil and other volatile organic compounds) from settling on optical elements such as lenses, prisms, gobos, and dichroic filters. AERIS™ keeps the surfaces pristine extending service intervals and significantly reducing service and maintenance costs.

Beyond Reflection

A new Robe live show concept will be launched at PLASA Show 2026 titled, “A World Beyond Reflection – Where Light Reveals All”

A typically high-energy show narrative is framed in a hyper-stylized, high-tech anime world, where AI has taken control of everything that people see and hear, stifling emotions and preventing human imagination and creativity from functioning.

The audience will take a journey across a wide spectrum of musical genres, powered live by an incendiary 10-piece drum and brass band.

Playing rogue robotic musicians, the performers stumble onto the stage and activate an energy surge that rips through their instruments allowing them to manipulate the surrounding lighting. The burning question is can they arrest control from the bots … and forge a new path towards true human-based creativity?

The show will feature around 200 Robe lighting fixtures including all the launched products plus GigaPointes, Arianne 2 and Arianne 6s, Tetra2’s, iFORTE LTX’s, iESPRITE LTMs, PAINTE LTLs, iBOLTS, WTF!s and Footsies.

Each batch of different Robe products are integrated into the show to illustrate their capabilities in situ in a real-world show environment which will be relatable to PLASA Show visitors from all disciplines.

Lighting is programmed and controlled on an Avolites D9-215, a D7-215, utilizing two TITAN net Processors with media running on an Avo Q3 Pro Ai Server running the latest version of Prism.

The first show will be at 11 a.m. and it will play four times a day every two hours for the first two days, finishing on Tuesday with the 3 p.m. performance. It will be interspersed with informative ‘Voice-of-God’ product presentations

The stand will contain several demonstration areas where people can get more in-depth with all the products and chat to the Robe team.

On the left of Robe’s main stage is the Avolites booth, and to the right is Anolis, Artistic License and LSC.

Avolites

Lighting and visual control manufacturer Avolites highlights its complete console line-up at PLASA Show on Stand C28!

The culmination of the company’s Avo50 50^th year anniversary celebrations will be happening on the stand at 2.30 p.m. on Monday 7^th September, when the whole world will discover who wins a very special Golden Console to mark this landmark achievement.

After eight months of tantalising clues, intense leaderboard watching, and fierce competition, the Avo50 competition ends with one of the top 50 entrants being picked out of a hat and taking home the totally unique Golden Console.

There will be a huge toast to the winner and everyone who took part.

On the product front, from Avolites compact, portable ‘Travel Collection’ through to the flagship D9, the exhibition will offer visitors hands-on access to the full range in one place. Whether running a small touring rig or programming visuals for the biggest stages, there’s a console on the stand built for the task.

Avolites will be running the first Prism – media control platform and software – training sessions since the product’s launch, alongside free Titan training throughout the show, so people can see the software in action and talk directly to the Avo team about its optimisation for shows. Visitors can also see how Prism integrates with the full console range, getting a clear picture of how lighting and visual media can work simultaneously and harmoniously together as one system.

The R&D and product teams will be on hand throughout PLASA Show to answer questions, take feedback, and talk through what’s coming next from Avolites.

Anolis

Anolis will showcase a selection of architectural LED luminaires designed to bring precision, flexibility and durability to a wide range of applications. The booth display will highlight solutions for linear, façade, accent and in-ground lighting, demonstrating the versatility of the Anolis portfolio across different architectural environments.

Visitors will be able to explore Lamari™, a compact linear luminaire offering a wide range of beam angles for versatile architectural lighting, alongside the compact yet powerful Appoli™ for spot, accent and flood applications.

Also on display will be Agame™, creating a uniform line of light with a 180° beam angle to accentuate architectural features, and the in-ground Lyrae™, offering a variety of optical distributions and remote tilt adjustment up to 25° for precise surface illumination.

Together, the featured luminaires demonstrate Anolis’ focus on precise optical control, installation flexibility and robust design, providing adaptable lighting solutions for diverse architectural projects.

LSC Control Systems

LSC Control Systems will showcase its latest products, APSX and GENX. This advanced power distribution and dimming systems feature Ethernet connectivity to integrate seamlessly with modern control, monitoring, and automation workflows.

Also, on LSC’s display is the NEXEN range, the new Ethernet/DMX converter designed for rock-solid, reliable data control and distribution, enabling smooth conversion of entertainment-industry protocols, including ArtNet, sACN, DMX, RDM, and ArtRDM.

New for 2026, the NEXEN range adds a 4- and 8-port rackmount, a 2-port portable, and, for the installation markets, a 2-port wall mount version.

Visitors can also experience the award-winning UNITOUR portable power solution and the versatile UNITY dimming and power control cabinet installation system. With these product highlights, LSC Control Systems continues to deliver reliable and innovative solutions for the global entertainment industry.

Artistic License

Artistic Licence will be hard to miss at PLASA Show 2026, with new technology, hands-on demonstrations and expert insight offered across the event.

At the Cybersecurity Pavilion on stand K66, visitors can explore artPlay, while DMX Protect Extreme has been entered for a PLASA Award for Innovation. The team will also demonstrate the latest cueLumen developments, including the first outing for Composer – a free configuration utility designed to make system deployment faster and more efficient for installers and integrators.

Product Application Specialist Tim Smith will present “Getting Started with Sig-Net” on Monday 7^th September at 10.30am in the Lighting & Staging Theatre, introducing the next-generation lighting control protocol and its relevance to emerging cybersecurity requirements.

Visitors can meet the Artistic Licence team on stand A70+, experience the technology first-hand and discuss how its latest developments could support their next control projects.

The whole Robe team is looking forward to an amazing time at PLASA Show 2026!

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From today, the company will be offering its customers two distinct lighting solution services: 3LR Lighting Professional Services and 3LR Projects.

Driven by the company’s founding passion of ‘lighting by emotion’, Professional Services will allow 3LR to help every client experience the full impact of light and how to control it. Whether it’s a traditional theatre auditorium, a heritage building, a maritime project, a residential space or even a live event, 3LR is able to offer any type of lighting, production lighting control, moving lights, DiaLUX visualisations, specialist consultancy and much more. These services are ones which 3LR has already been offering for years, with recent clients including the Royal Albert Hall, The Sphere in Las Vegas, Southbank Centre, National Theatre and the Royal Ballet and Opera House.

With 3LR Projects, this has been formed with the aim of 3LR being a trusted partner when it comes to the delivery of any project. From the moment of conception all the way through to final delivery, 3LR will be the driving force ensuring that any project is delivered on-time, on-budget and matching the client’s exacting requirements. Similarly, 3LR is able to join a project at any stage and, if needed, focus on one particular area. The company has already supplied its project services on the Royal Festival Hall LED upgrade earlier this year and has just overseen the full commissioning of the lighting technology within a brand-new presentation suite at Mastercard’s European Technology Hub.

3LR Lighting’s Founder and Managing Director Matt Lloyd comments: “This is a really exciting new chapter in 3LR’s history – and one which is completely organic. Our mission as a company has always been to offer our brilliant clients the most effective lighting solutions possible. As more and more have been asking for both our professional services, as well as to oversee their projects, it felt natural that we now should refocus our direction and give them precisely what they need from us.”

He adds: “We’ve already been entrusted by internationally renowned venues and organisations such as the National Theatre, Mastercard, Convene, KPMG and The Southbank Centre – all drawing on our unique set of skills and commitment to ensuring the lighting and control within their spaces has the greatest emotional impact. Moving forward, we look forward to continuing sharing these services with as many of our clients as possible”.

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With its unapologetically vibrant identity, P.Louise City brings the brand’s signature creativity and energy into a physical space. With TJM Projects acting as Principal Designer and Contractor, H&O Electrical and P&A Projects collaborated on the electrical and lighting design, developing a considered approach that supported the ambitious interior concept. P&A Projects also created a series of bespoke lighting solutions designed to complement the distinctive aesthetic and enhance the customer experience throughout the space.

Throughout the scheme, P&A Projects delivered a series of striking feature luminaires, centred around their FlexSpace range. Finished in P.Louise’s signature pink, multiple curved linear installations span the space, with lengths of 14.3m, 14.4m, 13m and 21.1m forming fluid, sculptural elements that guide shoppers and users through the interior.

A 9.5m diameter circular FlexSpace feature, complete with 30 TL90 spotlights, creates a dramatic focal point, whilst a rectangular FlexSpace installation incorporating 22 TL90 spotlights adds further visual impact. These features not only enhance the aesthetic of the space but also provide flexible, high-quality illumination tailored to the various functional zones within this unique build.

To complement the statement lighting, P&A Projects supplied Swivel and Scop downlights in a bespoke pink finish, alongside Astreo downlights and TL-TRK50 track lighting in white. A 3-circuit track system ensures adaptability across the space, supporting the dynamic and evolving nature of the retail environment.

The combination of decorative feature lighting and technical solutions delivers a layered scheme that balances visual drama with practical performance. The use of colour, form and scale throughout reflects the bold branding of P.Louise, creating a cohesive and highly memorable customer experience.

Neil McClymont, Lighting Design and Technical Manager from P&A Projects said: “P.Louise City is a project that really celebrates creativity and individuality. The lighting needed to do more than simply illuminate the space; it needed to become part of the experience. FlexSpace gave us the flexibility to create bespoke features that matched the energy and personality of the brand, resulting in a scheme that is both visually striking and highly functional.”

The completed P.Louise City is a destination like no other, combining retail and experience in a way that encourages exploration, engagement and social interaction. The lighting plays a pivotal role in bringing this vision to life, ensuring every detail contributes to the overall atmosphere.

Project credits
Principal Designer & Contractor: TJM Projects
Electrical/Lighting Design: H&O Electrical/P&A Projects.
Electrical Contractor: H&O Electrical.
Lighting Manufacturer: P&A Projects Palace Lamp Co.
Images: P&A Projects.

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The project reimagines the building’s reception through a hospitality-led approach, creating a warmer and more refined arrival experience that reflects the quality of its prestigious Mayfair location. Alongside the complete reception redesign, the wider refurbishment included a targeted façade replacement and the introduction of premium end-of-trip facilities inspired by luxury hospitality environments.

Working to lighting design created by dpa lighting consultants, Lucent Lighting supplied a discreet combination of downlights and accent lighting to support the overall architectural vision.

The lighting throughout the reception has been kept deliberately understated, allowing the architecture, materials and finishes to remain the focus. Soft50 Trimless downlights with LED35 modules provide the main layer of illumination, integrated discreetly within the ceiling, whilst Edge90 Accent downlights with LED51 modules are used to pick out key details and introduce greater depth across the space.

This combination supports the wider lighting concept, bringing warmth and definition to the reception and helping create a more welcoming, hospitality-led arrival experience at the heart of the refurbishment.

The wider refurbishment has also enhanced the building’s long-term performance, with 48 Dover Street achieving EPC B, BREEAM Excellent and WiredScore Gold.

Marco Tolaini, Sales Director at Lucent Lighting, said, “48 Dover Street is a great example of how lighting can help create a more welcoming, hospitality-led feel within a commercial space. Our products have been carefully integrated into the architecture, providing a combination of general and accent lighting that complements the materials and detailing throughout the reception. It’s a considered scheme that really suits the building and its Mayfair location.” 

Project Credits

Client: Crosstree Real Estate Partners LLP.

Project Management: Storey.

Interior Architecture: GA Design.

Lighting Design: dpa lighting consultants.

Lighting Supplier: Lucent Lighting Ltd.

Photography Credits: Ed Reeve.

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Glamox has won a contract to provide marine lighting for Formosa 4, one of Taiwan’s most significant offshore wind farms. Glamox will supply over 900 specialised marine lights for the transition pieces of 35 wind turbines. Glamox has signed the contract with ProCon Taiwan and SK oceanplant.

Glamox’s offshore wind farm dedicated lighting will illuminate both the interior and exterior of each turbine’s transition pieces, which connect the wind turbine to its foundation. The foundational platforms will include Glamox lights covering the boat landing areas, guardrails, ladders and access doors to the turbine’s interior.

Developed by Synera Renewable Energy (SRE), the Formosa 4 offshore wind farm site spans roughly 58 square kilometres and is located around 20km off Taiwan’s West coast. Once completed, the wind farm is expected to generate approximately 495 megawatts of green electricity annually – enough to power around 500,000 households.

“Lighting is an important component of any offshore wind development project”, said General Manager Asia, Jimmy Tzou of Procon Taiwan. “The Formosa 4 wind farm will be operating in harsh marine conditions with direct exposure to fluctuating temperatures and seawater. For our transition pieces, we need robust, reliable marine lights that can withstand these demands. Glamox’s durable LED marine lights will also help us lower maintenance costs and achieve energy savings. We look forward to working with Glamox on this project that will support the growth of Taiwan’s renewable energy sector.”

The transition pieces’ platforms will feature a variant of Glamox’s MIR G2, which is specifically designed for Taiwan offshore wind applications. The platforms will feature Glamox’s FL60 LED floodlights, designed to withstand seawater and harsh conditions. The lighting for the transition pieces will be delivered in August 2026 and is being fabricated by Century Wind Power (CWP) in Taiwan and SK oceanplant in Korea.

“We are excited to work with ProCon Taiwan and SK oceanplant to supply our marine lighting for one of Taiwan’s most ambitious offshore wind projects,” said Tommy Stranden, the Chief Sales and Commercial Officer of Glamox’s Marine, Offshore & Wind division. “We have many decades of experience in delivering high-quality marine lighting, including for several of the world’s largest offshore wind farms. Our marine lighting is proven to withstand the 45 degrees plus temperatures, humidity, and corrosion from seawater that the Formosa 4 wind farm will be exposed to.”

Formosa 4 follows the earlier development of Formosa 1 and Formosa 2 offshore wind farms, which helped establish Taiwan as a leading offshore wind market in Asia.

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The UK has become a hotspot for European data centre development, swelling the demand for lighting and M&E. However, the value of lighting as a ratio of the overall construction cost is significantly lower than in traditional buildings, reports the Greater Manchester-based company.

In 2024, the UK data centre lighting market was worth around £54 million – around six percent of the entire UK commercial lighting market. However, that figure is set to explode upwards over the next four years.

“The unprecedented growth of the UK data centre market presents both big opportunities and challenges to lighting manufacturers”, explains Richard Williams, Head of Strategic Projects at Whitecroft Lighting.

“It’s impossible to ignore a growing £32 billion market on your doorstep: to put that in perspective, the entire capital investment budget for NHS estates is around £10 billion this year.

However, data centres present a unique environment, both in their complexity and scale, with developers facing systemic challenges, such as access to the grid and renewable energy, technical resilience and access to water for cooling all taking precedence over more traditional construction and M&E.”

Richard continues: “As a result, Whitecroft’s Strategic Projects team have calculated that the value of data centre lighting, when compared to the overall cost of construction, is 60 percent lower than for a typical commercial building.

However, such is the size of the latest multi-billion-pound hyperscale data centres that larger manufacturers, such as Whitecroft Lighting, can offset this by fulfilling big, varied contracts.”

Whitecroft Lighting has focused on larger-scale infrastructure projects in recent years, particularly where security and resilience are key considerations, as the company manufactures all its products at a large, secure UK facility.

In 2022, Whitecroft secured a contract to custom-design and build the first LED lighting specified for the UK nuclear industry, installing 40,000 LED luminaires at Hinckley Point C in Gloucestershire.

The Greater Manchester-based company also supplied £3 million of lighting to Manchester Airport’s flagship Terminal 2 rebuild and refurbishment projects, supplying 25,000 lights.

Drawing on this knowledge and experience in large-scale sensitive infrastructure, Whitecroft Lighting has recently secured a contract to supply two data centres: one in Portugal and another near Frankfurt, Germany.

Whitecroft is one of 13 specialist lighting brands that constitute the European Fagerhult Group, a number of which are collaborating technically and logistically to deliver data centre projects across Europe – particularly the Netherlands-based Veko Lightsystems.

Richard concludes: “It’s an international market that is growing and maturing at an unprecedented pace, and with that comes increasing competition, but we hope to stay ahead by offering a sole-source solution at scale, that’s secure, and includes every aspect of lighting and emergency backup systems required across the data centre campus – both internally and externally.”

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For Everson and Dooley, this summer marked their second summer as Bandit Lites interns. After demonstrating their technical abilities, work ethic and commitment during their first summer in the shop, both returned this year with an opportunity to take the next step in their development: working on the road with live productions.

Their progression from the warehouse to touring environments demonstrates one of the program’s key objectives – giving students the opportunity to earn greater responsibility by developing their skills in a professional production environment.

“One of the most rewarding parts of our internship program is seeing students grow from their first day in the shop to becoming technicians we can trust in the field.” Said Jake Tickle, Bandit Lites Chief Technology Officer. “Will and Micah returned to Bandit for a second summer after proving themselves during their first internship, building their technical knowledge and demonstrating that they were ready for more responsibility. That growth gave us the confidence to send them out on the road and give them the opportunity to experience a live production from a completely different perspective. It’s a great example of what we hope this program can provide – real hands-on experience, mentorship and a pathway for students to take what they’ve learned in the shop and put it into practice on tour.”

Throughout the summer, the apprentices worked directly with actual client lighting rigs, gaining experience with everything from fixture preparation and rig building to power distribution, signal flow, troubleshooting and the logistical considerations involved in preparing equipment for shows across the country. The program gives students an opportunity to see firsthand how the work performed in the warehouse translates to a live production environment.

“Our interns brought fresh energy, new ideas, and an incredible work ethic to our team!” said Dawn Culbertson, Bandit Lites General Manager. “We’ve been so impressed by their willingness to learn, step up, and contribute wherever they were needed. It’s been a privilege to watch them grow, and we are excited to see where their talents take them!”

Everson, a student at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), said his time at Bandit provided an important opportunity to expand both his technical knowledge and understanding of the production process.

“Bandit was a valuable steppingstone in developing my skills as a technician and a broad understanding of how lighting works in the grand scheme of things,” Everson said. “I learned more about how moving lights work than I ever could have expected, and I got to see up close the thought process behind how rigs are built in a warehouse and how a technician plans for it to be seen and used by local crews around the country.”

Everson also emphasised the people and culture that made his experience particularly meaningful.

“Bandit had some absolutely incredible people who were an absolute pleasure to work with,” he said. “It was clear that the company cares deeply about their employees and the culture of the warehouse. It is largely for these reasons I would love to return to Bandit.”

Dooley, a student at the University of Oklahoma’s Helmerich School of Drama, also returned to Bandit for his second summer and was able to build on the experience he gained during his first internship.

“My favorite part about interning here at Bandit is all the connections, all the people I’ve met and got to learn from this summer,” Dooley said.
For Vivian Kenney, a student at the University of Washington in Seattle, the internship provided an opportunity to develop technical skills while gaining a broader understanding of how different types of live productions come together.

“I have enjoyed learning more about the ins and outs of how a tour comes together,” Kenney said. “I have also gained technical knowledge of power distribution and signal flow. Bandit has provided me with training to feel more confident going out on the road in my future career.”

Kenney also gained exposure to the diverse range of productions supported by Bandit, including award shows, tours, festivals and one-off events, while learning how preparation and execution can vary from production to production.

Zayda DeJong, also a student at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), used her time with Bandit to gain firsthand experience with professional lighting equipment and the day-to-day workflow of a major live entertainment production company.

Beyond technical skills, the program gives students an opportunity to experience the culture, pace and expectations of the live entertainment industry. Apprentices work alongside experienced Bandit technicians and are exposed to the collaboration, attention to detail and problem-solving required to successfully execute productions at the highest level.

For Everson and Dooley, the opportunity to return for a second summer and ultimately take their skills on the road illustrates the progression that can come from continued learning and performance.

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