(Global) – The 40 under 40 winners for 2025 have been announced, recognising the next generation of talent shaping the global lighting industry.

This year’s programme attracted an impressive 354 nominations, with 156 nominees from 33 countries submitting their work for consideration. Following a rigorous judging process, 40 outstanding individuals have been selected, highlighting the depth, diversity and ambition of emerging lighting professionals worldwide.

The judges in this year’s 40 under 40 included Carla Wikins (Germany), Jeff Shaw (UK), Waleed Fakousa (UAE), Moemi Narbero Zumalacárregui (Spain), Giuseppe Simone (Australia), and Paola Pietrantoni (USA).

To mark 10 years of the 40 under 40 competition, its organisers will host a special celebratory session at Light + Building Frankfurt on 9 March, from 16:00 to 18:00. The event will begin by honouring the 2025 winners, followed by talks from past recipients reflecting on their passion for light. The session will conclude with drinks, and all attendees are warmly invited to join the celebration.

See the winners below:

To mark 10 years of the 40 under 40 competition, a special celebratory session will take place at Light + Building Frankfurt on 9 March, from 4pm to 6pm. The event will begin by honouring the 2025 winners, followed by talks from past recipients reflecting on their passion for light. The session will conclude with drinks, and everyone is invited to attend.

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