Light Middle East to showcase latest developments in LED and other environmentally friendly lighting technology
With the increasing worldwide focus on efficient energy use and reducing carbon emissions, environmentally-conscious consumers are driving the demand for energy-efficient lighting systems in both the workplace and at home.
This trend is reflected in the increased focus on LED and other reduced emission lighting systems at Light Middle East 2010, the region's foremost trade event and conference for urban, architectural, theatrical and retail lighting solutions organised by Epoc Messe Frankfurt GmbH.
Light Middle East 2010, which will be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from October 31 to November 2, will feature a range of the latest in green lighting solutions and design by the world's leading manufacturers including Phillips, OSRAM, Thorn, Ruud Lighting Arabia and iGuzzini.
"According to industry research and International Energy Agency figures, a global switch to energy-efficient lighting systems could potentially save a whopping AED 557.31 billion ($151.75 billion) in energy bills, which represents an overall 40% reduction in energy use," said Mr Wilbert Heijmans, Group Exhibitons Director at Epoc Messe Frankfurt GmbH.
He added: "Lighting costs account for 16-25% of the total energy consumption worldwide. Increased awareness of the importance of implementing green lighting solutions has led to lighting manufacturers rolling out a raft of innovative solutions that are both energy-efficient and reduce carbon emissions significantly."
Increased use of more energy-efficient fluorescent lighting, LED fittings and luminaires combined with better use of natural light are being increasingly implemented across the Middle East region. The wide range of new construction projects have meant that the market for contemporary lighting solutions has remained buoyant.
In addition to the latest developments and innovations in energy-efficient lighting systems, Light Middle East will also feature a three-day conference that will feature a range of world leading speakers and focus on efficient lighting solutions such as LED technology and the latest on LEED certification . The conference with a different main theme each day is set to be a must-attend event for professionals working in the lighting and architectural industries.
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Light Middle East:
Light Middle East is the region's leading exhibition and conference for architectural lighting; corporate lighting; retail lighting; theatrical lighting; internal and exterior lighting for urban spaces. It is the region's unique platform for exhibitors to network with one another and meet major clients, industry experts, leading lighting designers and architects involved in the delivery of major public and private development projects. A focused event where key industry decision makers, involved in the design and build of the region's major projects and initiatives, come to meet major international manufacturers and solution providers.
Show website: www.lightme.net
Company profile:
EPOC Messe Frankfurt GmbH is a subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt, Germany's leading trade fair organizer. With 424 million Euros in sales in 2009* and more than 1,500 employees worldwide, Messe Frankfurt brings 800 years of experience to Dubai, the strategic hub for the region.
The successful portfolio of events of EPOC Messe Frankfurt GmbH in Dubai include: Intersec trade fair and conference, Materials Handling Middle East, Hardware & Tools Middle East, Garden & Landscaping Middle East, ISH kitchen & bath Middle East, Light Middle East, Beautyworld Middle East, Automechanika Middle East, and now also Paperworld Middle East, Festivalworld Middle East and Playworld Middle East.
For more information, please visit our website at: www.uae.messefrankfurt.com
* Preliminary figures for financial year 2009
© Press Release 2010
