Lightware Celebrates Year of Growth, Innovation, and Expansion

Lightware, a global specialist in the field of AV connectivity, is reviewing 2025 as a highly successful year characterized by major technological advancements, enhanced industry partnerships, and substantial company growth.

Over the 12-month period, the firm launched close to twenty new products, integrated new 5K capabilities across key product lines, and expanded its integration ecosystem with major technology partners.

Furthermore, the Lightware Academy saw its learner base swell to over 12,000 members, while the company made tangible progress in its sustainability programmes and established new international offices in Hong Kong and the Netherlands.

The commitment to developing next-generation technology was underscored by Lightware's introduction of almost twenty new products to its portfolio in 2025. This innovation kicked off at ISE 2025 with the debut of the Taurus Smart Dock, a powerful new utility designed to facilitate seamless hybrid collaboration experiences.

Following this, the company introduced the Dual Screen Taurus, offering users greater flexibility in environments utilising multiple displays. Significant advancements included rolling out 5K support across the MX2 matrix switchers and the Taurus product family, and rounding out the year with the Taurus HC60 upgrade, which provides a modernised, future-ready platform to replace the HC40 range.

Enhanced Integrations with Microsoft, Cisco and NETGEAR  
Alongside product innovation, Lightware also strengthened its technology ecosystem. Their Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) integration was extended to include the main Taurus universal matrix switcher variants, helping organisations build more flexible, adaptable meeting spaces. Cisco interoperability was expanded with two new options, and the company deepened its long-term partnership with NETGEAR by combining both manufacturers' e-learning platforms, giving thousands of AV professionals easy access to shared training materials.

Training the Next Generation of AV Professionals 
Lightware Academy reached new heights in 2025, growing to more than 12,000 learners, including over 4,000 who joined this year alone. The Academy enables AV professionals worldwide to grow their technical expertise through courses in HDMI, USB-C, AV-over-IP, room automation and system integration. Through online and in-person learning, it is equipping designers, integrators and engineers with the real-world skills needed for modern AV deployments.

Investing in a Greener Future
Lightware also advanced its ESG commitments and community initiatives. The organization hosted two Girls' Day events, ran an SDG (Sustainable Development Goals)-focused workshop, and encouraged employees to take a paid time out to support local volunteering initiatives. On the sustainability side, the company continued its transition to paper-only packaging and celebrated a major milestone as all departments moved into Lightware's new environmentally conscious headquarters at HOP Technology Office Park.

Celebrating Industry Recognition 
Lightware's achievements were reflected by a range of industry honours, including two ISE 2025 Best of Show awards for the Taurus TPN and Gemini GVN, whilst the Taurus Smart Dock earned accolades from both Future and Commercial Integrator at InfoComm. The wider team was also recognised with the 2025 Lovable Workplace Award in Hungary - a testament to its positive and supportive work culture.

Expanding Lightware's Global Footprint
2025 has also been a year of global expansion, with the opening of two new Lightware premises: one in Hong Kong and one in Naarden, Netherlands. The Hong Kong Experience Center offers partners, customers, and consultants a place to enjoy hands-on demonstrations, real-world application setups, and advanced training opportunities, whilst the Naarden office encourages professionals in the Benelux region to learn about, train on, and collaborate with Lightware solutions. Lightware also launched its Enterprise Program, giving global organisations direct access to manufacturer expertise, extended warranties, technical support and tailored training.

"This year's achievements demonstrate Lightware's unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of signal management technology," says Gergely Vida, CEO at Lightware. "With new solutions, deeper alliances, and an expanding training ecosystem, we continue to set the standard for reliability, performance, and customer experience."

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