Today in Lighting — Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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Here are the stories making news.

Messe Frankfurt is expanding Light + Intelligent Building North America’s focus on smart buildings, emphasizing automation, controls, connectivity, and integrated systems. The broader approach aims to attract building technology professionals while positioning lighting as a key component of intelligent building infrastructure.

The NLB and NALMCO have signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to strengthen collaboration on lighting education, professional development, research, industry outreach, and best practices, with the goal of advancing quality, sustainability, and professionalism across the lighting industry. I know both organizations well — this is just a great opportunity for both of them.

P.Louise City in Manchester transforms retail into an immersive beauty experience with bold pink lighting, sculptural FlexSpace installations, and adaptable downlights. The layered scheme combines dramatic design with functional illumination, creating a memorable environment that reflects the brand’s vibrant identity. See more on designinglightingglobal.com.

Yesterday the Dow was down 184 points, NASDAQ was down 160, but AMS Osram was up almost 8%.