Jacksonville, Fla.-based World Electric Supply, a Sonepar Company, has announced plans to open a 150,000-sq.-ft. regional distribution center (RDC) in Atlanta. This facility – together with its recently opened RDC in Hialeah Gardens, Fla., and more than 20 branches – will allow World to offer faster deliveries, more specialized services, and an expanded offering for…
Rexel USA, a national leader in the distribution of electrical products and Parspec, an AI-native technology companyserving the construction supply chain, today announced a major expansion of their strategic partnership. Building on a year of successful digital transformation of Rexel’s internal sales and project management processes, the two companies are now joining forces to improve…
The Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP) has announced that Illuminate ’26, the outdoor lighting industry’s premier conference and expo, will take place February 5–6, 2026, in Carlsbad, California. Illuminate ’26 is targeted to outdoor lighting professionals, offering unparalleled opportunities to learn from industry peers, sharpen technical skills in hands-on sessions, explore the latest products…
LEDVANCE has announced the first third-party verified and published Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for a LED tube. This is a further milestone in a series of significant achievements in the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental and corporate social responsibility. The EPD underlines LEDVANCE’s ambition to set new standards for the industry. For an EPD, the…
By Linda Longo I believe the industry is in agreement that Lightfair has had several lackluster years recently, a stretch that started before the pandemic. And while the following two years (2021 and 2022) were anemic in attendance for seemingly all trade shows in the aftermath of COVID, Lightfair in particular seemed to suffer the…
By Cory Peterson, VP/Marketing & Sales Operations, LED Lighting Supply Lightfair 2025 in Las Vegas has concluded, and while this year’s event may not have shattered attendance records, it continues to demonstrate its importance as a central gathering point for the lighting industry. The annual showcase offered valuable insights into where the lighting sector stands…
Slowdowns happen — and right now tariffs are a main cause. Billy Lindler, president & CEO of USSI – a firm that provides engineering consulting and warehouse solutions to distributors – shared techniques that his clients have applied to their businesses when foot traffic has slowed. “Everyone’s talking about tariffs, but there is also a…
At Lightfair in Las Vegas this week, the DALI Alliance and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) announced a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing the development, adoption, and harmonization of educational initiatives around global lighting standards. This partnership brings together two of the industry’s most respected organizations, uniting their efforts to promote innovation and best practices…
Corston Architectural Detail, a UK-based brand offering architectural hardware, switches, sockets, and lighting that is integrated into the built environment, is making its debut in the U.S. market. Founded in 2019 by a team of designers and engineers with 50+ years of combined experience in the interiors industry, Corston’s design approach blends restraint, precision, and…
Join WAC Thursday, May 22 at 2pm ET, to learn about the Vista Serena project. Vista Serena is a remarkable private residence just outside Las Vegas, NV. Perched near the top of an exclusive development, the home boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, desert canyons, and the iconic Las Vegas skyline. The residence includes over 10,500 square feet…
Quebec-based DALS Lighting, a provider of LED lighting products, has acquired Pennsylvania-based Remington Lighting, a leading supplier of hospitality lighting for bespoke custom projects and brand standard programs. This strategic move expands DALS’ presence in the hospitality space across North America and enhances its ability to serve hotel brands and commercial projects with high-quality lighting…
DMF Lighting, the leader in modular lighting in the custom integration channel, today announced an expanded partnership with business advisory firm VITAL, reinforcing its commitment to dealer success through a robust offering of complimentary resources and training in 2025. Building on the success of its VITAL Affiliate Membership program, DMF Lighting is introducing a new suite of…
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI), has acquired the business assets of M3 Innovation, LLC (“M3 Innovation”), a sports lighting startup that uses innovative technology to lower the overall cost of the installation and operation of sports lighting solutions. The acquisition has already closed, and the solution is now part of the Acuity Brands Lighting (“ABL”) business…
Cyclone Lighting has received a Red Dot Design Award for its Valenza luminaire. The exterior luminaire was recognized for outstanding product design at the annual awards. Dating back to 1955, the Red Dot Design Award is one of the world’s largest design competitions. Every year, the Red Dot Award: Product Design sets out to find…
Kansas-based EiKO Global, LLC, a manufacturer of lighting solutions, has promoted Yavor Kolarov to CEO, effective May 1. Since joining EiKO in 2024 and serving as President and Chief Revenue Officer, Kolarov has realigned the company’s product portfolio and implemented strategic planning processes to better serve evolving customer needs, and differentiate EiKO in a competitive…
Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures, has launched the Wattstopper i3 Platform, a next-generation lighting and building intelligence solution powered by KODE Labs, a global leader of advanced smart building technology. According to the company, the partnership positions Legrand to lead the lighting controls industry into a new era of unified…