From local parks and residential walkways to university campuses and urban walkways, good pathway lighting plays a critical role in creating spaces that feel safe, accessible, and welcoming — especially after dark.
At CU Phosco, we believe the future of our industry depends on the people we develop today. This June, we ran a week-long roadshow for our five Contract Service Division apprentices - a hands-on, cross-site learning experience designed to provide a 360-degree introduction to CU Phosco and what we stand for.
Whether a short urban underpass or a longer, high-speed tunnel through the countryside, lighting must do far more than illuminate. It needs to reassure, guide and protect - ensuring visibility, supporting driver confidence, and helping to prevent sudden braking that can lead to collisions.
Meet the Team Series: Sandie Robertson, Commercial Assistant in our Contract Services Division. Sandie joined CU Phosco in March 2022 and plays a vital role in supporting the team and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
CU Phosco is pleased to introduce Tom Broadhead as the new General Manager of our Coleford factory.
Carey joined the team, based in our Coleford Office, in 1996 and is a key customer-facing member of the team. Working with both our customers to support the logistics of our products, as well as our internal team queries, Carey is an absolute professional; and you will always be met with a friendly smile!
High mast lighting is essential for safety-critical environments such as ports, airports, highways, and industrial sites, providing uniform illumination as cost-effectively as possible. However, these major structures - which can reach heights of up to 60 metres (as tall as 14 double-decker buses stacked on top of each other!), require specialised maintenance, which brings significant safety risks and operational challenges.
Brighton & Hove’s iconic seafront is set to shine once again, as CU Phosco proudly supports Brighton & Hove City Council in the restoration of the historic lanterns that illuminate the city’s Grade II-listed cast iron lampposts.
At CU Phosco, our success is driven by the expertise and dedication of our team. March 2025 marked the 1st anniversary for Ric Metcalfe in our Contract Services Division, based in Richmond, North Yorkshire.
We are delighted to announce the return of Susan Rudd to the CU Phosco Accounts team as Payroll Supervisor.
In this blog, CU Phosco explores the concept of Glare, its types, how it impacts lighting design, and practical solutions for minimising its hazards.
While air travel contributes approximately 2.5% of global CO2 emissions, its broader environmental impact, from pollutant emissions to fossil fuel dependence, places it at the centre of climate change discussions.