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Lighting that enhances human well-being

(OEM)
Sun, March 8th, 2:30 - 3:00 PM
Hendrik Theiss

We spend 90% of our time indoors - so what if lighting could help us live better and healthier? Explore how Philips VitaUp uses proven UVB science to support natural vitamin D production indoors, while BioUp supports the body’s circadian rhythm to help people stay alert and energized. Two technologies that bring human-centric lighting to life, creating indoor environments that help people feel better, work smarter, and live healthier.

Designing High‑Performance Learning Environments

(Education)
Sun, March 8th, 3:00 - 3:30 PM
Elina Hermans

Education leaders face converging mega trends—budget pressure, decarbonization mandates, and rising expectations for student and staff performance and wellbeing. In this session, we translate current standards and regulations into practical, research‑backed design guidance for classrooms, auditoriums, and campus facilities that delivers measurable energy savings and sustainability outcomes. Join us to see the evidence, get actionable design checklists, and leave ready to implement improvements.

City Lighting Assessment Report

(Public)
Mon, March 9th, 11:00 - 11:30 AM
Paolo Ceccherini & Giorgia Rambelli, Director Urban Transitions Mission

The latest City Lighting Assessment Report—developed by the Urban Transitions Mission in collaboration with Signify and the Global Covenant of Mayors—shows how city leaders leverage lighting to accelerate climate action, boost livability, and strengthen resilience. Join us to discover how cities advance lighting transitions, driving climate and energy goals while tackling remaining challenges.

Circularity in the lighting sector

(Sustainability)
Mon, March 9th, 3:30 - 4:00 PM
Paolo Ceccherini

Let's explore how circular‑economy principles shape the future of the lighting industry. We'll highlight customer benefits, design‑for‑circularity priorities, and available resource-efficient offerings such as circular products, remanufacturing, upgrade kits, and Lighting‑as‑a‑Service. Join us in understanding how Signify supports durability, resource efficiency, and closed‑loop systems while driving industry collaboration toward a more circular lighting future.

Signify at the heart of portfolio

(Signify)
Tue, March 10th, 10:00 - 10:30 AM
Harry Verhaar

In this presentation we will share how we are elevating the role of the Signify umbrella brand in our commercial offerings, next to established brands such as Philips and Dynalite. Since becoming an independent company nearly 10 years ago, as Signify we have organically built our brand around a clear purpose: unlocking the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. Today, the Signify brand stands for innovation, sustainability, and industry leadership and we are expanding Signify from a corporate brand into a commercial brand for our professional and OEM businesses.

NatureConnect for a Daylight experience

(NatureConnect)
Tue, March 10th, 11:30 - 12:00 PM
Jella Segers

How does it work? NatureConnect mimics daylight and replicates a view to the sky using light scenes that boost energy levels and help windowless spaces feel in sync with nature. Transform your indoor areas into productive, inspiring, and relaxing spaces with NatureConnect.

Dynalite: Proven Legacy. Designed for What’s Next.

(Dynalite)
Tue, March 10th, 2:00 - 2:30 PM
Daniel Walker/Phil Main

Dynalite is a brand built on quality, flexibility, and reliability, with a long history of successful projects across every major market and region. Now, a new chapter begins. Customer expectations have changed—and Dynalite is evolving with them. Our software is being redesigned to support modern workflows, intuitive experiences, and a new generation of users, while retaining the depth and capability that define Dynalite systems. At the same time, our products are evolving in form and finish, combining refined design with the performance and scalability trusted worldwide. This session explores how Dynalite is honouring its legacy while deliberately designing for the future.

Global Lighting Report

(Sustainability)
Tue, March 10th, 2:30 - 3:00 PM
Paolo Ceccherini & Sangitha Harmsen (IEA)

Explore the IEA’s latest lighting industry report—revealing how efficiency gains have made lighting a global best practice. Learn why connected lighting is the next big leap, unlocking massive energy savings and driving sustainability forward. join us to understand why efficiency isn’t done yet and how to be part of the transformation.

Dynalite: Powering Ideas Into Reality

(Dynalite)
Tue, March 10th, 3:00 - 3:30 PM
Daniel Walker/Phil Main

Dynalite is a single platform capable of supporting virtually any application—from simple spaces to the most complex environments. This session explores what is possible when Dynalite’s full feature set is applied with clarity and intent. We’ll show how the same core capabilities can be adapted across sectors, project scales, and use cases—without added complexity. Through real-world examples, the session demonstrates how powerful features become simple, flexible tools, enabling designers and integrators to deliver consistent, elegant solutions with ease.

Signify Interact for Intelligent Buildings: Now Simpler, Faster, Better

(Interact)
Tue, March 10th, 3:30 - 4:00 PM
Ton van de Wiel

Signify has radically simplified and enhanced its Interact offering for Buildings, making intelligent lighting easier, faster, and more scalable for every professional project. Interact combines effortless wireless installation, intuitive commissioning, and future ready integration—delivering major time, cost, and energy savings. With one unified system for all applications, it empowers installers, specifiers, and building owners to create smarter, more efficient buildings with confidence.

Ein zweites Leben für den Leuchtenklassiker der Schweiz

(Public/CSI)
Tue, March 10th, 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Manuela Bolfing und Lukas Brauchli (Elektron AG)

Was passiert, wenn man Bewährtes nicht ersetzt, sondern neu denkt? In Grenchen wurden bestehende LED-Leuchten des Klassikers «Luma» erhalten und bekamen ein Upgrade. Durch lokalen Umbau entstanden die ersten zirkulären, vernetzten Straßenleuchten der Schweiz. Der Vortrag zeigt, wie Kreislaufdenken und vernetzte Steuerung in der Praxis zusammenspielen - und welche Chancen sich daraus für Städte und Gemeinden ergeben.

Licht trifft Klima: Intelligente Räume für die Bauzukunft

(Industry/CSI)
Tue, March 10th, 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Julian Pahl, (Haufe Deckensysteme GmbH/ Interalu Group)

Wie können Licht und Klima perfekt zusammenspielen – für mehr Komfort, Effizienz und Nachhaltigkeit? Gemeinsam zeigen Signify und Haufe Deckensysteme, wie integrale Planung und smarte Technologien Räume schaffen, die Technik, Design und Wohlbefinden vereinen. Erfahren Sie praxisnahe Lösungen, Schnittstellen und Chancen für Architekt:innen und Planer:innen, um Gebäude nachhaltig, komfortabel und gestalterisch hochwertig zu realisieren.

Made in Europe and the importance for our customers

(Operations)
Wed, March 11th, 10:00 - 10:30 AM
Lars van der Meulen

In times where uncertainty is pivotal and here to stay, where Made in Europe is emerging, where mass customization and having sustainable operations are no buzz words anymore. This presentation shows how Signify is creating a flexible operations in Europe to serve our customers fast & reliable.

Modern lighting in a circular economy era

(MyCreation)
Wed, March 11th, 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Ivett Ronai

In an era where circularity is non-negotiable, lighting must evolve to minimize waste and maximize lifespan through smart design and upgradeable architecture. Signify myCreation reveals how on-demand printing, modularity, and material loops enable products that are created, used, and re-used with unprecedented efficiency. This presentation explores how circular thinking reshapes the future of modern lighting - from sourcing to production to end-of-life regeneration.

Night racing unlocked: the evolution of track lighting in the Motorsport world

(DZ Engineering)
Wed, March 11th, 11:00 - 11:30 AM
Roberto Grilli (DZ Engineering SRL)

Let us guide you through the world of night racing and its evolution. Since 2008, DZ Engineering have been tailoring solutions to light up racetracks around the globe. By combining the latest technology with sustainability targets, we are unlocking new dimensions of performance and efficiency. Join us to discover this world through our lens and learn how racing beyond daylight is pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Zukunftssicher und resilient – Mit Signify in die Umsetzung der EPBD!

(Interact)
Wed, March 11th, 11:30 - 12:00 PM
Andreas Rindt

Die EU - Richtlinie über die Gesamtenergieeffizienz von Gebäuden (EPBD) markiert einen bedeutenden Wandel für energieeffiziente Renovierung. Beleuchtung ist dabei einer der effektivsten Ansatzpunkte. Mit der EPBD wird die Beleuchtung auch wesentlicher Bestandteil einer intelligenten Gebäudesteuerung. Die Beleuchtung wird nicht mehr nur für die visuelle Leistung ausgelegt, sondern als Beleuchtungssteuerungssystem mit Schnittstellen zum Datenaustausch ausgestattet sein. Das generiert neue Anforderungen! Wir zeigen, wie Sie mit Signify Interact Ihre Beleuchtung unter Erfüllung der künftigen Gebäudestandards zukunftssicher um- oder aufrüsten.

Vari-Lite Story & Cases

(Entertainment)
Wed, March 11th, 2:00 - 2:30 PM
Martin Palmer

Let me entertain you. Martin Palmer tells the story of Vari-Lite’s journey from its problem-solving conception and industry inspiring technology in “Lights that Change the Game”. Discover how concept products changed entertainment lighting forever and inspired an entire industry to create the entertainment spectacles we see today. Explore how this technology integrates and moves beyond stage to illuminate the spectacular and create amazing experiences alongside Color Kinetics in sports venues, theme parks and architainment spaces.

Lighting the Future Together: When Innovation, Sustainability, and Community Connect

(Design)
Wed, March 11th, 3:00 - 3:30 PM
Martin Klaasen

“Great lighting doesn’t just change spaces. It connects people, ideas, and purpose.” The Virtual Lighting Design (VLD) Community is a global platform where thought leaders, supporters, and members come together to inspire innovation, accelerate sustainable thinking, and spark meaningful interaction. Aligned with Signify’s mission to lead the lighting industry through innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability, the VLD Community shows how community-driven intelligence can amplify impact – because the future of lighting isn’t built alone, it’s built together.

Creating Sustainable, Patient-Centered Healthcare Spaces

(Healthcare)
Wed, March 11th, 3:30 - 4:00 PM
Elina Hermans

Discover how global megatrends are reshaping healthcare environments and why energy efficiency, sustainability, and human well-being are at the heart of modern design. Learn practical strategies for designing medical areas that meet strict standards while enhancing recovery and staff performance. Backed by research and real-world case studies, this session will inspire you to turn healthcare facilities into places of true care and comfort.

AI in Lighting

(Thought Leadership/Design)
Wed, March 11th, 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Ton Borsboom

AI at Signify plays a significant role at various levels, influencing both internal processes and the development of our products. As AI continues to evolve rapidly, this presentation will explore its transformative impact on lighting design. The speaker will share compelling examples of how AI shapes the way we design, what we design, and its broader implications for the lighting industry.

Spectral Innovation in outdoor lighting

(OEM)
Thu, March 12th, 10:30 - 11:00 AM
Raimond Dumoulin

What if outdoor lighting could feel safer and more inviting without consuming more energy? Spectral engineering shapes light at its source to enhance contrast, color recognition, and visual comfort at night while limiting glare, light pollution and energy consumption. This session explores how ColorRevive, ColorAmbience, and NightGlow light recipes are redefining performance in streets, parks, and public spaces.

Remarkable Lighting, Sustainably printed.

(MyCreation)
Thu, March 12th, 11:30 - 12:00 PM
Ivett Ronai

Signify myCreation demonstrates how 3D-printed lighting delivers next-level performance through advanced optics, precision engineering, and intelligent connectivity. By combining cutting-edge digital manufacturing with real-time customization, we enable luminaires that adapt seamlessly to any environment and any control ecosystem. This session reveals how sustainable printing is not just cleaner - it’s a faster, smarter, and more powerful way to build the future of light.

Design for sustainability from a living systems perspective.

(Thought Leadership/Design)
Thu, March 12th, 2:00 - 2:30 PM
Lieven Verdin

What if the way we think about sustainability is shaped by a mindset that no longer serves us? In this talk, Lieven invites you on a thought-provoking journey beyond the limits of mechanistic thinking. Through personal stories and real-world examples, you’ll explore living systems thinking, leading to an eco-centric perspective that opens new pathways for innovation and collaboration. This talk is a trigger to reflect on your—and our—collaborative role in our evolving relationship with the world around us.

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