Bellingen business Planet Lighting supplied 1,600 red and amber LED lights for ramps and pathways around the Olympic Village as part of an interactive installation that’s now a permanent fixture in the French capital.
Planet Lighting is a small business success story – they’ve been manufacturing lights since the 1930s.
They are one of the leading Australian suppliers of medical and surgical lights and export their custom-built products throughout Asia, Europe and the Americas.
With a team of 50 employees, Planet Lighting meticulously designed and manufactured the light fixtures, partnering with local suppliers and international distributors to bring its LED display to the global stage.
Planet Lighting was among 17 other NSW businesses from a diverse range of industries including agribusiness, manufacturing, creative arts and advanced technologies honoured last night at a gala ceremony at Sydney Town Hall.
Now in its 62nd year, the Premier’s NSW Export Awards celebrate the success and resilience of NSW exporters, whose export of goods and services is worth $150 billion annually to NSW.
Winners were announced across five state categories and 13 national categories. The national category winners will now progress as finalists for the Australian Export Awards, to be held in Canberra next month.
For a full list of NSW award winners visit the Export Council of Australia.
Minister for Industry and Trade Anoulack Chanthivong said:
“Exports not only benefit individual businesses, they are a critical part of our economy, with trade supporting one in five Australian jobs.
“The NSW Government is proud to support our wonderful exporting community. Accessing overseas markets can be a game-changer for NSW businesses looking to accelerate their growth, and this year’s award winners are doing exactly that - capitalising on the incredible opportunities that come through exporting.
“A big congratulations to Planet Lighting and all our other NSW Export Award winners who are shining bright overseas and showcasing the best of what NSW has to offer the world.”
Planet Lighting Managing Director Mia Iggulden said:
“We’re incredibly proud to be recognised amongst a strong field of NSW exporters.
“Innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do at Planet Lighting. Our partnerships with local suppliers and dedicated overseas distributors have been instrumental in our journey, allowing us to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies and create new local jobs. We're excited to continue pushing the boundaries of lighting design, all while supporting the community we call home.”
Chair of the Export Council of Australia Dianne Tipping said:
“There was strong interest in this year’s awards with nominations from more than 200 NSW exporters.
“Through the awards, we have celebrated exporters who have by hard work and resilience succeeded in global markets, whilst inspiring others to grow their own businesses by going global. They are taking NSW innovation onto the world stage, supporting jobs and economic growth for all.”
