Shaping a Brighter Future Through Lighting Innovation & Technologies

21st May 2025 | Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh, KSA

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Lighting Innovation Summit 2025

In a world increasingly focused on energy efficiency and sustainability, the future of lighting is more than just illumination—it's about creating smarter, greener environments. At Lighting Innovation Summit, we'll highlight how advancements in LED technology, intelligent lighting systems, and renewable energy sources are driving significant reductions in energy consumption and carbon emissions. These innovations are not only paving the way for more sustainable urban landscapes but are also setting new benchmarks for cost-efficiency and environmental responsibility. This is where the brightest minds in the industry converge to shape the future of lighting—don’t miss your chance to be part of this illuminating experience.

Join us at the Lighting Innovation Summit 2025, the premier event dedicated to the future of lighting.

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Sponsors & Partners

Strategic Partner

Lead Sponsor

Knowledge Partner

Silver Sponsor

Panel Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Exhibitor

Exclusive Playground Partner

Supporting Partner

Media Partner

Advisory Board

Abdulaziz Al Azem

Owner/Principal Lighting Designer - DTS

Dr Ahmad Kotbi

Chair Of Lighting - King Saud University

Ziad Al Milli

Head of Lighting - Al Muhandis

Zuhair Ashrafieh

Senior Manager - Lighting Code

Speakers

Ali Alfayez

CEO - National Lighting Company

Juliana Ghabrial

Lighting Design Manager - National Lighting Company

Abdelrhman Al-Hamshari

LC Design & Estimation Manager - National Lighting Company

Abdulaziz Al Azem

Owner/Principal Lighting Designer - DTS

Ziad Al Milli

Head of Lighting - Al Muhandis

Dr Ahmad Kotbi

Chair Of Lighting - King Saud University

Ammar Habib Mohamed

Regional CEO - LDPi

Sergio Padula

Technical Director & Lighting Design Expert - iGuzzini

Alessandro Targetti

Head of Business Development - GDS Lighting

Elmer Moncada

Head of Electrical Engineering - Dar Engineering

Syed Ahmed

Project Director - Egis Group

Alaaeldin Hamza

General Manager - Rayon Lighting

Maria Dautant

Senior Associate - HLB Lighting Design

Ahmed Bayashout

Founder Design Director - Studio A

Kristina Necas

Head of Lighting Design - Vesta Architecture

Ayman Hammoudah

Associate Director - C-Quest

Zuhair Ashrafieh

Senior Manager - Lighting Code

Ezzat Baroudi

Managing Director - Lighting Institute

Raghad Alshibi

Lighting Consultant - Architectural Lighting Solutions

Dr. Mohammed Al Surf

General Manager - Tilad Sustainability Co.
21 May 2025

Conference Agenda

09:30 -

Keynote Session: Illuminating Abu Dhabi’s Path to 2030 – Energy Efficiency, Innovation & Urban Identity

An in-depth exploration of how Abu Dhabi’s Energy and Efficiency Strategy 2030 is driving transformative change in the city’s infrastructure and lighting policies. This session will highlight how the strategy integrates sustainable energy practices, cutting-edge technologies, and cultural preservation to enhance urban identity while meeting ambitious efficiency and environmental targets. Reserved for DOE/Abu Dhabi Municipality/MOE

09:50 -

Connected Lighting: The Fast, Simple and Sustainable Foundation for Smart Cities

How connected lighting delivers smart city sustainability goals quickly and simply - without overspending. Modern connected lighting systems offer easy installation, seamless commissioning, and user-friendly operation, while remaining future-ready for smart city evolution.

10:10 -

Adaptive Road Lighting for Smart Cities.

ARL saves up to 55% of energy in road lighting by adapting to different requirements such as traffic volume and weather conditions. It is horizontally integrated into the Smart City environment.

10:30 -

Panel Discussion: Lighting as Infrastructure – Not Just Design: Building Sustainable Cities

This panel explores how lighting is evolving into a foundational element for sustainable urban development. Experts will discuss how Abu Dhabi and other UAE cities are leveraging advanced lighting systems to reduce energy consumption, support climate goals, enhance public safety, and improve urban liveability.

13:00 -

From Concept to Completion – Delivering Lighting Projects in Live Urban Environments

This session explores execution strategies for installing lighting in active public spaces. Focus on contractor coordination, community engagement, and phased deployment.

13:20 -

Wellness in Lighting Design: From Buzzword to Science-based Trend

Understanding the science behind quality lighting design in creating productive, sustainable, and healthy environments, while analysing the integration of daylighting to further enhance sustainability and well-being.

13:40 -

Panel Discussion 2: Reimagining Outdoor Lighting for a Smart City Era

This panel explores how smart outdoor lighting can transform streets, parks, and waterfronts into safer, more responsive, and emotionally engaging spaces. From motion sensing and dynamic dimming to enhancing citizen experience and resilience through design, the discussion will also touch on designing for delight using light to create moments of surprise and joy and the ethics of beauty in public lighting: how much is too much when balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability.

15:20 -

Immersive Lighting Design: Transforming Spaces and Urban Developments Through Integrated Experiences

This topic explores how immersive lighting strategies can enhance spatial perception, evoke emotion, and support functionality within architectural and urban environments. By integrating lighting into the design narrative, it becomes a tool for shaping human experience whether in intimate interiors or large-scale public spaces ultimately contributing to more engaging, responsive, and memorable places.

15:40 -

The Future of Lighting Is Integrated, Intelligent & Invisible

This session will highlight key takeaways from the summit and reflect on how lighting is set to become the invisible yet vital backbone of future-ready urban infrastructure across the UAE. It will emphasize lighting’s evolving role in enabling smarter, more connected, and sustainable environments throughout the nation’s rapidly growing cities.

Who Will You Meet?

Government Officials

Architects and Urban Planners

Energy and Utility Sector Professionals

Consultants and Service Providers

Lighting Infrastructure Experts

Engineering Experts

Real Estate & End Users

Energy and Lighting Industry Executives

Key Themes

Innovations in Street and Sports Lighting.

Solar Technology Applications in Lighting.

New Hotel Build and Retrofits

Building Retrofits

IoT and Connected Lighting Solutions.

Public Realm and Landscape Lighting.

Advancements in Indoor and Architectural Lighting.

Sustainable Lighting Technologies in New Buildings.

Lighting Retrofits and Upgrades for Energy Efficiency.

Smart Lighting Systems and their Role in Sustainable Urban Development.

Who Should Exhibit / Sponsor

Smart Lighting Solutions

Smart Poles, IoT-Enabled Lighting, Smart Controls and Sensors

Transport and Infrastructure Lighting

Highway and Roadway Lighting, Tunnel and Underpass Lighting, Transit Station Lighting

Solar Technology Providers

Solar-Powered Lighting, Solar Panels and Accessories, Solar Charging Solutions

Building Management Systems

Integrated Building Controls, Facility Management Software, Lighting Control Systems

Lighting Design and Consultancy

Architectural Lighting Design, Urban Lighting Planning, Sustainability and Efficiency Consulting

Construction and Real Estate Development

Builders and Developers, Real Estate Management Firms, Urban Development Agencies

Energy Efficiency Solutions

Lighting Retrofits, Energy Management Systems, Green Building Technologies

Renewable Energy Providers

Energy Storage Solutions, Solar Thermal Systems, Wind and Other Renewable Technologies

Public Realm and Landscape Lighting

Outdoor Lighting Solutions, Landscape and Park Lighting, Street and Highway Lighting

Environmental and Sustainability Organizations

Sustainability Consultants, Environmental Impact Assessors, Green Certification Bodies

Lighting Manufacturers

LED Lighting, High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting, Fluorescent Lighting, Specialty Lighting Solutions

Technology and Innovation Firms

R&D in Lighting Technologies, Innovation Labs, Technology Integration Services

Sponsorship Benefits

Join us at the Lighting Innovation Summit 2025, the premier event dedicated to the future of lighting. Set against the dynamic backdrop of Riyadh, this summit will explore the full spectrum of the lighting industry, from innovative street and sports lighting to cutting-edge indoor and architectural solutions. Dive deep into the latest trends in lighting retrofits, sustainable technologies, and the application of solar technology in new builds.

Lighting Innovation Summit

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

21st May 2025

Abu Dhabi, UAE

10th September 2025

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