NEXT GENERATION FL820: CU PHOSCO UNVEILS UPDATED FLOODLIGHT FOR MODERN HIGH MAST LIGHTING
Improved performance, extended optics and enhanced power make the FL820 the most advanced version yet.
NEWS AND INSIGHTS
KEEPING FESTIVALS AND FANS CONNECTED WITH SMART POLES
From music festivals to sporting finals, mass participation events are an economic and cultural lifeline for cities. But in an increasingly digital world, they also place enormous strain on public infrastructure – particularly mobile networks.
WHAT IS DIRECTIONAL DRILLING, AND WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT?
Across the UK, there’s mounting pressure to upgrade underground infrastructure; lighting, power, broadband, and EV charging all require greater capacity, yet this expansion collides with an already congested network of roads, utilities, and public spaces. Digging new trenches in these environments risks traffic chaos, community disruption, and high reinstatement costs.
SUPAMOLE: A NEW DIRECTION IN UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION
CU Phosco is launching its latest service innovation — Supamole, a trenchless directional drilling system that's set to transform how underground ducts are installed in urban environments.
CU PHOSCO AND HEPER TO EXHIBIT AT LIGHT 25 IN LONDON
CU Phosco is pleased to announce its participation at LiGHT 25, the UK’s only dedicated lighting specification exhibition, taking place at the Business Design Centre, London, on 19–20 November 2025. We’ll be joining our partners Heper on their stand to showcase how our collaboration is expanding the possibilities for high-quality, engineered, and environmentally responsible lighting solutions in the UK.
LIGHTING DESIGNS FOR CHANGING SEASONS: WHY WINTER LIGHTING IS ABOUT MORE THAN JUST VISIBILITY
With Christmas just weeks away, streets across the UK are beginning to sparkle. But beyond the festive glow, many public spaces grow darker, emptier, and, for some, more intimidating.
NEW SEAFRONT LANTERNS GOING ON PUBLIC DISPLAY
People across Brighton & Hove are being given a unique opportunity to see the next stage of our seafront lighting restoration project up close.
THE IMPACT OF EXTERIOR LIGHTING IN 40-50°C TEMPERATURES
As global temperatures rise and heatwaves become more frequent, outdoor infrastructure—including lighting—is being pushed to its limits. In regions where summer temperatures regularly soar to 40–50°C, the performance, durability, and safety of exterior lighting systems face unique challenges. Here's what you need to know.
MEET THE TEAM: RHYS MORRIS, SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER & NEW PRODUCT INTEGRATION LEAD
Our Meet the Team continues and, this time, we’re heading to our Coleford facility to catch up with Rhys Morris. If you’ve ever worked with our columns and poles, chances are Rhys has played a part in making things happen behind the scenes.
CU PHOSCO AUSTRALIA SECURES PRESTIGIOUS CONTRACT WITH AUSGRID'S LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR AREA FLOODLIGHTING
CU Phosco Australia, an associated company of CU Phosco, the leading UK-based designer and manufacturer of outdoor lighting equipment, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a significant contract with Ausgrid to deliver their FL820 floodlights.
CAREERS IN EXTERIOR LIGHTING: MANUFACTURING THE FUTURE
From illuminating motorways and city streets to enhancing public safety and urban design, exterior lighting plays a vital role in modern infrastructure. Behind every lighting column, bracket, and luminaire is a team of skilled professionals in manufacturing—designing, building, and innovating the systems that keep our world visible and safe after dark.
5G DENSIFICATION WITHOUT THE ROOFTOP DISPUTES
The UK is racing to deliver the next generation of connectivity, but the journey isn’t straightforward. While demand for 5G coverage continues to soar, the infrastructure required to make it a reality is facing significant challenges.