The specialty lighting market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.12 billion in 2024 to $7.53 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to architectural and decorative lighting, energy efficiency, increased demand for enhanced illumination, growth in awareness of aesthetics and ambiance, expanding applications in healthcare and entertainment.
The specialty lighting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.2 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to architectural and decorative lighting, energy efficiency, increased demand for enhanced illumination, growth in awareness of aesthetics and ambiance, expanding applications in healthcare and entertainment. Major trends in the forecast period include smart lighting and iot integration, architectural lighting innovations, sustainable and eco-friendly lighting, uv and disinfection lighting, customizable lighting products.
The forecast of 7.9% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.6% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through disruptions in Ultraviolet Light-Emitting Diode(UV-LED) emitters and optical diffuser panels, imported from Japan and Taiwan, increasing expenses for scientific and medical lighting applications. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The specialty lighting market is poised for growth due to the increasing number of live music events and concerts. These public performances utilize specialty lighting to illuminate stages, enhance visual experiences, and create immersive environments for attendees. The demand for specialty lighting is on the rise, as evidenced by Live Nation Entertainment Inc.'s report in 2022, which indicated a substantial increase in the number of people attending Live Nation shows compared to 2019. This surge in live events and concerts is a significant driver for the specialty lighting market.
Another factor contributing to the growth of the specialty lighting market is the widespread adoption of Light-emitting diodes (LEDs). LEDs, as semiconductor devices emitting light when an electric current is applied, are increasingly preferred for their energy efficiency and customizable lighting solutions. The U.S. Energy Information Administration's projection in October 2021 suggests that LED lighting is expected to dominate commercial lighting needs, reaching up to 95% by 2050. This widespread adoption of LEDs is a key driver for the specialty lighting market.
Major companies in the specialty lighting market are concentrating on developing high-power white LEDs that employ phosphor-on-chip technology to enhance brightness, improve color rendering, and boost energy efficiency, offering versatile lighting solutions for a range of applications, including automotive, architectural, and industrial lighting. Phosphor-on-chip technology refers to an advanced LED manufacturing process in which a phosphor material is applied directly onto the LED chip, rather than being placed on a separate component or encapsulation. For example, in October 2023, Luminus Devices Inc., a US-based company, launched the SST-12, a high-power white LED. Its round emitter design enhances beam spot uniformity compared to traditional square emitters, resulting in improved brightness and color consistency within the beam. The SST-12 features a tighter beam angle and longer beam distance, making it ideal for various applications, such as portable lights and architectural lighting. With a typical efficacy of 116 lumens per watt at 0.35A Tj 85°C (3000K), the SST-12 is positioned as a leading option for energy-efficient lighting solutions.
Specialty lighting refers to the illumination of specific shapes, bases, designs, and fixtures with unique built-in characteristics designed to fulfill distinct lighting needs. Due to its specialized features and applications, specialty lighting is employed where standard lighting solutions are not suitable. It finds use in various specific applications such as stage and studio lighting, automotive or marine lighting, medical or scientific lighting, and water or air sanitizing lighting.
The primary types of specialty lighting include surgical and examination lighting. Surgical specialty lighting is utilized in environments like hospitals, medical offices, and surgical centers for both major and minor surgeries. This category encompasses operating lights, operating room lights, surgical lamps, and surgical light heads. Various light sources, including LEDs, incandescent lamps, and others, are applied in specialty lighting solutions catering to entertainment, medical, purification, and other specific purposes.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp escalation of U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly affecting the electrical and electronics sector. Key components such as semiconductors, display panels, and rare-earth metals crucial for batteries and motors are now facing heavy duties. Consumer electronics companies are seeing profit margins shrink, as fierce competition makes it difficult to pass on rising costs to consumers. At the same time, industrial electronics firms are experiencing project delays due to shortages of tariff-impacted parts like printed circuit boards. In response, businesses are shifting assembly operations to tariff-exempt nations, building up inventory reserves, and redesigning products to reduce reliance on restricted materials.
The specialty lighting market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides specialty lighting market statistics, including specialty lighting industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with specialty lighting market share, detailed specialty lighting market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the specialty lighting industry. This specialty lighting market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
Major companies in the specialty lighting market are pursuing a strategic partnership approach to drive production and market expansion. Strategic partnerships involve leveraging each other's strengths and resources for mutual benefits. For instance, TTI Inc., a U.S.-based electronic component company, entered into a partnership with Cree LED, a specialty lighting company. This collaboration aims to broaden the companies' channel and customer base, extend their reach into specialty lighting, eMobility, and industrial markets, and offer customers an extensive range of LED solutions.
In October 2023, Excelitas Technologies Corp., a U.S.-based industrial company, acquired Heraeus Noblelight for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition positions Excelitas as a specialist in photonics technology for lighting, optronics, detection, and optical technology needs. Heraeus Noblelight, based in Germany, specializes in developing and manufacturing specialty lamps, emitters, and systems, contributing to Excelitas' portfolio in the specialty lighting market.
Major companies operating in the specialty lighting market include Advanced Specialty Lighting Inc., Brandon Medical Company, Cree Inc., Getinge AB, Herbert Waldmann GmbH & Co. KG, Integra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd, Osram Licht AG, Signify Holding BV, Ushio America Inc., Xylem Inc., Halma plc, Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation, LG Electronics Inc., AU Optronics, InVisage Technologies, Nanoco Group plc, Sony Group Corporation, Quantum Materials Corp., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., StoreDot Ltd, Philips Lighting, Eterna Lighting Ltd., Acuity Brands Inc., Savant System Inc., Eaton Corporation, Feit Electric Company Inc., Hubbell Incorporated, LSI Industries Inc., Dialight plc., TCP International Holdings Ltd., Cooper Lighting Solutions, Fagerhult Group, Glamox AS, Havells India Ltd., Kenall Manufacturing.
North America was the largest region in the specialty lighting market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the specialty lighting market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the specialty lighting market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the specialty lighting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
The specialty lighting market consists of sales of tape lights, microlights, LED boards, and RGB controllers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
The specialty lighting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.2 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to architectural and decorative lighting, energy efficiency, increased demand for enhanced illumination, growth in awareness of aesthetics and ambiance, expanding applications in healthcare and entertainment. Major trends in the forecast period include smart lighting and iot integration, architectural lighting innovations, sustainable and eco-friendly lighting, uv and disinfection lighting, customizable lighting products.
The forecast of 7.9% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.6% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through disruptions in Ultraviolet Light-Emitting Diode(UV-LED) emitters and optical diffuser panels, imported from Japan and Taiwan, increasing expenses for scientific and medical lighting applications. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The specialty lighting market is poised for growth due to the increasing number of live music events and concerts. These public performances utilize specialty lighting to illuminate stages, enhance visual experiences, and create immersive environments for attendees. The demand for specialty lighting is on the rise, as evidenced by Live Nation Entertainment Inc.'s report in 2022, which indicated a substantial increase in the number of people attending Live Nation shows compared to 2019. This surge in live events and concerts is a significant driver for the specialty lighting market.
Another factor contributing to the growth of the specialty lighting market is the widespread adoption of Light-emitting diodes (LEDs). LEDs, as semiconductor devices emitting light when an electric current is applied, are increasingly preferred for their energy efficiency and customizable lighting solutions. The U.S. Energy Information Administration's projection in October 2021 suggests that LED lighting is expected to dominate commercial lighting needs, reaching up to 95% by 2050. This widespread adoption of LEDs is a key driver for the specialty lighting market.
Major companies in the specialty lighting market are concentrating on developing high-power white LEDs that employ phosphor-on-chip technology to enhance brightness, improve color rendering, and boost energy efficiency, offering versatile lighting solutions for a range of applications, including automotive, architectural, and industrial lighting. Phosphor-on-chip technology refers to an advanced LED manufacturing process in which a phosphor material is applied directly onto the LED chip, rather than being placed on a separate component or encapsulation. For example, in October 2023, Luminus Devices Inc., a US-based company, launched the SST-12, a high-power white LED. Its round emitter design enhances beam spot uniformity compared to traditional square emitters, resulting in improved brightness and color consistency within the beam. The SST-12 features a tighter beam angle and longer beam distance, making it ideal for various applications, such as portable lights and architectural lighting. With a typical efficacy of 116 lumens per watt at 0.35A Tj 85°C (3000K), the SST-12 is positioned as a leading option for energy-efficient lighting solutions.
Specialty lighting refers to the illumination of specific shapes, bases, designs, and fixtures with unique built-in characteristics designed to fulfill distinct lighting needs. Due to its specialized features and applications, specialty lighting is employed where standard lighting solutions are not suitable. It finds use in various specific applications such as stage and studio lighting, automotive or marine lighting, medical or scientific lighting, and water or air sanitizing lighting.
The primary types of specialty lighting include surgical and examination lighting. Surgical specialty lighting is utilized in environments like hospitals, medical offices, and surgical centers for both major and minor surgeries. This category encompasses operating lights, operating room lights, surgical lamps, and surgical light heads. Various light sources, including LEDs, incandescent lamps, and others, are applied in specialty lighting solutions catering to entertainment, medical, purification, and other specific purposes.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp escalation of U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly affecting the electrical and electronics sector. Key components such as semiconductors, display panels, and rare-earth metals crucial for batteries and motors are now facing heavy duties. Consumer electronics companies are seeing profit margins shrink, as fierce competition makes it difficult to pass on rising costs to consumers. At the same time, industrial electronics firms are experiencing project delays due to shortages of tariff-impacted parts like printed circuit boards. In response, businesses are shifting assembly operations to tariff-exempt nations, building up inventory reserves, and redesigning products to reduce reliance on restricted materials.
The specialty lighting market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides specialty lighting market statistics, including specialty lighting industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with specialty lighting market share, detailed specialty lighting market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the specialty lighting industry. This specialty lighting market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
Major companies in the specialty lighting market are pursuing a strategic partnership approach to drive production and market expansion. Strategic partnerships involve leveraging each other's strengths and resources for mutual benefits. For instance, TTI Inc., a U.S.-based electronic component company, entered into a partnership with Cree LED, a specialty lighting company. This collaboration aims to broaden the companies' channel and customer base, extend their reach into specialty lighting, eMobility, and industrial markets, and offer customers an extensive range of LED solutions.
In October 2023, Excelitas Technologies Corp., a U.S.-based industrial company, acquired Heraeus Noblelight for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition positions Excelitas as a specialist in photonics technology for lighting, optronics, detection, and optical technology needs. Heraeus Noblelight, based in Germany, specializes in developing and manufacturing specialty lamps, emitters, and systems, contributing to Excelitas' portfolio in the specialty lighting market.
Major companies operating in the specialty lighting market include Advanced Specialty Lighting Inc., Brandon Medical Company, Cree Inc., Getinge AB, Herbert Waldmann GmbH & Co. KG, Integra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd, Osram Licht AG, Signify Holding BV, Ushio America Inc., Xylem Inc., Halma plc, Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation, LG Electronics Inc., AU Optronics, InVisage Technologies, Nanoco Group plc, Sony Group Corporation, Quantum Materials Corp., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., StoreDot Ltd, Philips Lighting, Eterna Lighting Ltd., Acuity Brands Inc., Savant System Inc., Eaton Corporation, Feit Electric Company Inc., Hubbell Incorporated, LSI Industries Inc., Dialight plc., TCP International Holdings Ltd., Cooper Lighting Solutions, Fagerhult Group, Glamox AS, Havells India Ltd., Kenall Manufacturing.
North America was the largest region in the specialty lighting market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the specialty lighting market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the specialty lighting market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the specialty lighting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
The specialty lighting market consists of sales of tape lights, microlights, LED boards, and RGB controllers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Specialty Lighting Market Characteristics3. Specialty Lighting Market Trends And Strategies32. Global Specialty Lighting Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard33. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Specialty Lighting Market34. Recent Developments In The Specialty Lighting Market
4. Specialty Lighting Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global Specialty Lighting Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Specialty Lighting Market Segmentation
7. Specialty Lighting Market Regional And Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Specialty Lighting Market
9. China Specialty Lighting Market
10. India Specialty Lighting Market
11. Japan Specialty Lighting Market
12. Australia Specialty Lighting Market
13. Indonesia Specialty Lighting Market
14. South Korea Specialty Lighting Market
15. Western Europe Specialty Lighting Market
16. UK Specialty Lighting Market
17. Germany Specialty Lighting Market
18. France Specialty Lighting Market
19. Italy Specialty Lighting Market
20. Spain Specialty Lighting Market
21. Eastern Europe Specialty Lighting Market
22. Russia Specialty Lighting Market
23. North America Specialty Lighting Market
24. USA Specialty Lighting Market
25. Canada Specialty Lighting Market
26. South America Specialty Lighting Market
27. Brazil Specialty Lighting Market
28. Middle East Specialty Lighting Market
29. Africa Specialty Lighting Market
30. Specialty Lighting Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
31. Specialty Lighting Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
35. Specialty Lighting Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Specialty Lighting Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on specialty lighting market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for specialty lighting ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The specialty lighting market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Medical Type: Surgical; Examination2) By Light Source: LEDs; Incandescent Lamps
3) By Application: Entertainment; Medical; Purification; Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Surgical: Overhead Surgical Lights; Mobile Surgical Lights; LED Surgical Lights; Halogen Surgical Lights2) By Examination: General Examination Lights; LED Examination Lights; Wall-Mounted Examination Lights; Mobile Examination Lights
Companies Mentioned:Advanced Specialty Lighting Inc.; Brandon Medical Company; Cree Inc.; Getinge AB; Herbert Waldmann GmbH & Co. KG; Integra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd; Osram Licht AG; Signify Holding BV; Ushio America Inc.; Xylem Inc.; Halma plc; Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation; LG Electronics Inc.; AU Optronics; InVisage Technologies; Nanoco Group plc; Sony Group Corporation; Quantum Materials Corp.; Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.; StoreDot Ltd; Philips Lighting; Eterna Lighting Ltd.; Acuity Brands Inc.; Savant System Inc.; Eaton Corporation; Feit Electric Company Inc.; Hubbell Incorporated; LSI Industries Inc.; Dialight plc.; TCP International Holdings Ltd.; Cooper Lighting Solutions; Fagerhult Group; Glamox AS; Havells India Ltd.; Kenall Manufacturing
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
- Advanced Specialty Lighting Inc.
- Brandon Medical Company
- Cree Inc.
- Getinge AB
- Herbert Waldmann GmbH & Co. KG
- Integra Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd
- Osram Licht AG
- Signify Holding BV
- Ushio America Inc.
- Xylem Inc.
- Halma plc
- Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation
- LG Electronics Inc.
- AU Optronics
- InVisage Technologies
- Nanoco Group plc
- Sony Group Corporation
- Quantum Materials Corp.
- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
- StoreDot Ltd
- Philips Lighting
- Eterna Lighting Ltd.
- Acuity Brands Inc.
- Savant System Inc.
- Eaton Corporation
- Feit Electric Company Inc.
- Hubbell Incorporated
- LSI Industries Inc.
- Dialight plc.
- TCP International Holdings Ltd.
- Cooper Lighting Solutions
- Fagerhult Group
- Glamox AS
- Havells India Ltd.
- Kenall Manufacturing
