Light + Intelligent Building Middle East concludes

The 18th edition of Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, concluded last week at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

This year’s event saw 442 exhibitors from 34 countries showcase the latest advancements in lighting, smart home solutions, and building automation technologies.

The event’s theme, 'Building Commonality Through Community, Creativity, and Culture,' set the tone for a series of groundbreaking product launches, international collaborations, and thought-provoking discussions.

Among the standout innovations was Spectrum Lighting’s new wireless-powered technology, which promises to revolutionise efficiency and sustainability in the lighting industry.

Another significant launch came from the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, which unveiled its Methodology For Calculating Embodied Carbon In Building Services. This new guideline is expected to play a crucial role in redefining sustainability practices in the region.

Global Collaboration

The event also hosted the Global Associations Meet, a high-profile networking event that brought together over 100 industry leaders and representatives from major global lighting associations, including the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), and the Society of Light and Lighting (SLL).

Workshops led by the IES and SLL explored unified lighting standards and methodologies, fostering a global dialogue on best practices. Additionally, a dedicated designers' gallery showcased the work of top lighting design studios from the UAE, offering visitors a glimpse into the latest trends and innovations in lighting design.

In a unique initiative to support the next generation of industry professionals, students from the University of Sharjah presented innovative luminaire designs, demonstrating fresh perspectives and creative solutions in lighting technology. Art and technology also took centre stage with The Moving Hues 2.0, an immersive light art installation. It captivated audiences with its dynamic interplay of light, motion, and translucent layers, evoking the organic beauty of nature.

The Light Middle East Awards, now in its 11th edition, celebrated the best in regional and international lighting projects, products, and designers. The awards ceremony, the largest to date, brought together 550 global industry leaders who are shaping the future of lighting design and technology.

The 19th edition of the event is already in the works, scheduled to take place from 12–14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Abdul Muhsin, show director for Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, said, “This year’s event has been our most successful yet, with a hattrick of achievements, including increases in exhibitor and visitor numbers and exhibition space growth as a result of this demand. The show's continued growth underscores the Middle East’s rising influence in the global lighting and building technology landscape, driven by increased investment in smart cities, sustainable design, and cutting-edge innovation.

“We’re delighted to see the continued evolvement of the event into a global hub where professionals, designers, and technology leaders come together to shape the future of lighting, smart home and building automation solutions.”