As distribution networks become increasingly complex, sophisticated LED lighting systems are, in turn, becoming important for warehouses that require effective illumination.

Optronics International, Muskogee, Okla., introduced a family of LED warning and beacon lamps.

Acuity Brands, Inc., Atlanta, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., announced plans to acquire The Luminaires Group.

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C., released a new report, “LEED in Motion: Retail,” showing the prevalence of LEED certification in retail spaces around the world.

Dialight, Farmingdale, N.J., launched its new Reliant High Bay line of industrial LED fixtures for light duty applications, such as warehouses, light manufacturing and other large indoor spaces.

AppHarvest, Morehead, Ky., announced plans to outfit its 60-acre greenhouse in Morehead, Ky., with a $15 million hybrid LED lighting system, making it what is said to be the world’s largest LED installation for a single building.

LSI Industries, Blue Ash, Ohio, announced plans to lease a new facility in New Windsor, N.Y.

G&G Industrial Lighting, Clifton Park, N.Y., released the new VPX Industrial Vaporsealed LED Linear, a low-profile, waterproof solution for harsh environments.

LumiGrow, Emeryville, Calif., released BarLight vertical grow light solutions designed to create high-density cultivation in the cannabis industry.