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LPA ATTENDING ROLLING STOCK NETWORKING 23

LPA is exhibiting at RSN on the 6 July.

Showcasing our latest products in LED lighting solutions, relays, USB charging units, circuit breakers and interconnect solutions for rail rolling stock.

You can find us on stand M8 and we look forward to seeing you there.

For more information on RSN click here

New Swiss distributor for LPA Connection Systems

We are delighted to announce Statron Romandie as our exclusive aviation distributor for Switzerland.

Statron Romandie is a global leader in safe power supply solutions for the industrial UPS market. They have supplied LPA products into key airports in Switzerland and we look forward to a long and fruitful relationship.

For more information on Statron Romandie, click here

New Turkish distributor for LPA Lighting Systems

We are delighted to announce Özbir Vagon as our exclusive distributor for the Turkish rail market.

ÖZBİR VAGON is an IRIS certified rail rolling stock maintenance & refurbishment company, with additional capability in new vehicle assembly.

We look forward to a long and successful working relationship.

For more information on Özbir Vagon click here.

LPA Attending GHI Conference 22

LPA will be attending GHI (Rai Amsterdam) and promoting our latest ground power products including connectors, cable harnesses and Crocodile cable carriers.

To find out more about the GHI Annual Conference click here

Not attending but would like to know more about our aviation products, then click here

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

We are deeply saddened by the death of her Majesty The Queen. She faithfully served the nation as our Sovereign during her long and glorious reign.

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to The Royal Family.

All our sites will be closed on Monday 19 September.

 

LPA exhibiting at Innotrans 22

LPA Group are exhibiting at Innotrans 22. We are looking forward to returning and showcasing our latest range of LED lighting systems and interconnect solutions for rail rolling stock.

LPA have two booths at the expo. We can be found on the UK Pavilion in Hall 2.2, booth 230 and LPA Lighting Systems have a booth in Hall 5.1 – booth 110.

For more information on Innotrans click here

Fluorescent tubes banned from 2023!

Now is the time to plan your rolling stock fluorescent lighting replacement programme with LPA’s rail compliant LED tubes.

Our range of T8/T5 LED tubes are designed for retrofit in rolling stock applications. 50% power saving, 10 year service life and maintenance free.

To find out more.

LPA exhibiting at British Irish Expo

LPA Connection Systems is looking forward to exhibiting at the forthcoming British Irish Expo, Excel London (22 – 23 June ’22). LPA will be showcasing the latest additions to its Plane Power range including the Crocodile Cable Carrier and latest P series 400 Hz connector.

To find out more about the expo click here. For more information on our aviation product range click here.

LPA launches new Crocodile Cable Carrier at IAE ’21 expo

LPA Connection Systems launched its new Plane Power Crocodile Cable Carrier and other ground power products at Inter Airport Europe, in Munich (November ’21).

A fast fast turnaround is vital for aircraft arriving at the stand and with only one operator required to deploy our new cable carrier system, this is the method of getting power to the plane.

Along with a compact stowed footprint, the lightweight aluminium construction has reduced the weight of the system by 15%.

For more information on the Croc and other products in our Plane Power aviation range click here.

Download a full press release here.

LPA showcase latest LED lighting solutions at Rail Live

Rail Live, in Madrid was a great opportunity for LPA to showcase it’s latest LED lighting solutions for new build and rolling stock applications.

LPA’s product range includes T8/T5 LED tubes, LED luminaires, door status & reading lights, and at seat electronics solutions.

For more information on our LED rail product range, click here.

LPA are exhibiting at Railtex and Infrarail ’21

LPA look forward to seeing you at Railtex and Infrarail ’21 on the 7 to 9 September, NEC Birmingham.

You can find us on Stand N10, Hall 11. Come along and discover the breadth of our supply for the rail sector.

For more information about Railtex click here.

Appointment of Non-Executive Director

LPA are pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Jenner as Non-Executive Director, who will be joining the Board from 1 September 20201.

Andrew is an experienced CFO and NED having held senior positions in a number of FTSE100, 250 and privately held companies and has worked in different sectors including manufacturing, services, engineering, rail and construction.

Click here to find out more.

LPA Lighting Systems significant project award with Siemens Mobility

LPA are pleased to announce a significant project award with Siemens Mobility (subject to contract) for the UK rail market. LPA is supplying the entire interior lighting system for 94 Inspiro trains, totalling 846 cars, for the Piccadilly line.

The LED system will include all ceiling lighting, status lights to indicate when doors are opening and closing, step lights to highlight door thresholds, and the drivers’ cab lighting.

In total, LPA will produce 35,344 separate lights, which would stretch more than 20 kilometres if lined up end to end.

With lighting such a crucial element of passenger experience, Siemens Mobility needed to be able to rely on a trusted supplier and LPA fits the bill perfectly.

LPA has also worked with Transport for London (TfL) for more than 30 years and understands its stringent lighting requirements and technical specifications.

Robin Capel-Dunn, Sales Director at LPA Lighting Systems, said: “Our relationship with Siemens Mobility has gone from strength to strength over the years. There’s a real trust between the two companies.

“We are providing Siemens with a completely bespoke lighting system. Passengers will experience a brighter, cleaner and more relaxed environment through a mixture of direct and indirect lighting.

“This is a fantastically exciting project and we are delighted to be playing our part.”

LPA Lighting Systems secure new project win with Grammer AG

LPA Lighting Systems are pleased to announce the award of a significant project, subject to contract, to design and manufacture advanced ‘at seat’ electronics system solution for Grammer AG, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of seating systems.

The award to supply seat automation, control, diagnostics, lighting and power electronics, is for the Avelia Horizon high speed next generation TGV trains, being built by Alstom, for the French rail operator SNCF.

The seating system incorporates LPA’s innovative electronics technology within the seat, and brings market leading design, ergonomics and condition monitoring to the rail market. The initial award for 50 double decker train sets includes an option for an additional 50 train sets. Supply is scheduled to commence late 2021 to 2026.

LPA Lighting Systems look forward to working with Grammer AG to convert the prestigious contract into an industry leading rail compliant electronics system.

New Contract Awards

LPA are pleased to announce further contract wins for both UK and export rail markets.

Totalling £3.3M, these individual awards into the rail sector include electro-mechanical assemblies into the UK, an LED lighting contract for the Australian rail market and an electro-mechanical jumper order for the UK rail market.

Paul Curtis, CEO of LPA Group commented “These three awards, from three separate customers, continue to grow our order book and underpin sales through the coming periods, whilst reinforcing that rail projects continue in these uncertain times. We continue to look ahead with cautious optimism”.

LPA Connection Systems sign a new partnership with Tamagawa

LPA Connection Systems are pleased to announce we have signed a new partnership agreement with Tamagawa Aero System Co. Based in Tokyo, Tamagawa are Japan’s number one supplier of aviation GSE products, along with offering maintenance and repair services, for both domestic and international customers.

This new partnership fits well with the launch of our new 400 Hz Plane Power aviation connector range and Tamagawa will be key in supporting the roll-out of these products in Asia.

To find out more about our aviation product range click here
Click here for information on our new distributor Tamagawa

NEW CEO and Non-Executive Director for LPA Group

We are pleased to announce that Paul Curtis, our COO has been appointed as LPA’s CEO, effective from 1 April 2020.

Having worked in key roles across the LPA Group, Paul has a unique understanding of the business and the markets we work in.

To further strengthen the LPA Board of Directors, we are also pleased to announce that Gordon Wakeford has joined us as a Non-Executive Director, also from the 1 April 2020.

Gordon recently retired as CEO of Siemens Mobility UK and as a former Chairman of the Railway Industry Association he has significant experience in the rail sector.

New Middle East distributor for LPA Connection Systems

LPA Connection Systems are pleased to announce we have signed a new partnership agreement with Avicorp Middle East. Covering key territories in the middle east, Avicorp have a long and established track record in the aviation market. This partnership will support the launch of our new Plane Power aviation product range and we look forward to a long and fruitful working relationship.

For more information on our Plane Power product range: https://bit.ly/2S7mxgc 
Click here to find out more about Avicorp Middle East.

COVID-19 Update April ’20

During these challenging times LPA remains open and committed to supporting the supply chain in key areas such as rail and aviation.

Flexible working has been introduced to accommodate childcare and where practical staff are working from home. Staff segregation and self-isolation precautions are also in place.

We are proud of our colleagues and thank our suppliers and customers, all of which are enabling LPA to remain open.

For more info: enquiries@lpa-group.com

LPA Lighting Systems selected by Siemens Mobility

LPA Lighting Systems, a world leading rolling stock LED lighting designer and manufacturer, is delighted to announce that we have been selected by Siemens Mobility for the design and manufacture of interior LED Smart Lighting in their ÖBB long distance trains. This project includes 8 nine-car train sets for daytime traffic and 13 seven-car train sets for night traffic, including options of up to 700 cars. The trains will be operating across Austria, Germany, Italy and Switzerland. The lighting system specified is one of the most ambitious in the rail industry, with high end innovative smart lighting features and RGB LEDs. We are very excited to be working with Siemens once again to convert this ambitious specification into an industry leading rail compliant lighting system. Design, test and manufacture will be done at LPA’s state of the art UK manufacturing facility, with first delivery anticipated in August 2020. Stay in touch, more pictures of the day and night trains coming soon!