Photoluminous Technology for Sustainable Safety and Visibility

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Supporting ESG and Climate Objectives

Photoluminous technology aligns naturally with environmental, sustainability and governance objectives. It enables organisations to reduce operational emissions, lower maintenance costs, minimise waste and demonstrate tangible progress toward climate targets.

As sustainability requirements continue to influence procurement decisions, infrastructure planning and consumer preferences, photoluminous solutions provide a practical and measurable way to improve safety while reducing environmental impact.

At LuminousFlux, we continue to develop low-carbon, long-life photoluminous innovations that support safer environments, cleaner cities and more sustainable mobility solutions.

Our photoluminous technology is built around a single principle: delivering safety and visibility without energy consumption. By harnessing renewable photoluminescence, our solutions eliminate the need for electrical power, wiring, batteries or ongoing maintenance, significantly reducing carbon emissions, electronic waste and long-term operational costs.

Unlike traditional illuminated safety systems that rely on electricity or battery backups, photoluminous materials absorb ambient light during the day and emit a visible glow in low-light or emergency conditions. This ensures continuous safety performance during power outages while removing reliance on unreliable batteries and grid-connected systems.

By replacing powered safety lighting, organisations can directly reduce Scope 2 emissions associated with electricity use and Scope 3 emissions linked to battery manufacturing, replacement cycles and disposal. The result is a safer, lower-carbon and more sustainable alternative to conventional lighting infrastructure.

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Sustainability First by Design

Three images: first shows a dimly lit road with glow-in-the-dark lines on the sides, surrounded by trees; second depicts a person holding a glowing bike with people in the background at night; third displays a glow-in-the-dark sign with an arrow pointing forward and the word 'STOP'.

Product Implementation.

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Discover the Impact: Step into a world of transformation through the eyes of our customers. Explore a collection of striking images that showcase the real-world impact of LuminousFlux® photoluminescent paint. These visuals highlight enhanced visibility and safety in action, illustrating how our solution elevates spaces in diverse environments.

Envision Your Project: Join a growing community of satisfied customers who have brought their spaces to life with our innovative technology. It’s not just paint—it’s a bold statement of safety, visibility, and style.

Ready to Shine? See the difference for yourself through the lens of our customers’ experiences. Illuminate your surroundings with LuminousFlux®—where safety meets innovation. Your journey to a brighter, safer space starts now!

About PL Technology
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Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Section:

PL technology is a renewable light source that reduces carbon emissions, eliminates light spill, and minimizes the environmental impact on local ecosystems.

Person riding a bicycle on a glowing bike lane at night, with trees, streetlights, and light streaks in the background.

Reducing Waste and Supporting Circular Design

Photoluminous products are long-life, maintenance-free solutions. They do not require battery replacement, electrical servicing or frequent component changes, helping to prevent millions of outdated exit signs, batteries and lighting units from entering landfills and e-waste streams.

This approach supports a transition away from the traditional take, make and discard model toward a more circular, durable and environmentally responsible product lifecycle.

Applications for Cycling and Mobility

Photoluminous technology presents a strong opportunity for bicycle manufacturers, mobility brands and safety apparel companies seeking to improve visibility while meeting sustainability goals.

For bicycles, photoluminous elements can be integrated into frames, rims, pedals, decals or road-contact components, providing passive illumination without adding weight, electronics or power requirements. This enhances rider visibility in low-light conditions while reducing reliance on battery-powered lights.

For high-visibility clothing and safety wear, photoluminous materials offer continuous glow performance without charging cables or replaceable batteries. This is particularly beneficial for cyclists, delivery riders and urban mobility users, improving safety while supporting eco-conscious product lines.

By incorporating photoluminous technology, bike and mobility brands can offer products that are safer, lighter, lower maintenance and aligned with carbon reduction and sustainability commitments.

Photoluminescent (PL) Thermoplastic Line Marking Solutions

LuminousFlux® is the leading photoluminescent paint on the market, backed by over four years of expertise and cutting-edge technology. Our innovative solution sets the standard for safety and visibility, offering unmatched performance and reliability.

Dark night scene of an empty road with glowing blue and white lane markings, disappearing into the horizon.
Nighttime view of a dark road with photoluminescent markings, surrounded by trees, under a starry sky with the Milky Way visible.
Nighttime view of a walking trail with glow-in-the-dark painted yellow lines and human figures, surrounded by trees and fencing, with a cloudy sky overhead.

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Nighttime photo of a road with glowing green lane markings and white lines, surrounded by darkness.

Investment vs. Savings: Although PL line marking has a higher initial cost, it eliminates the need for powered lighting, leading to significant long-term savings on infrastructure and energy.

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Ensuring Safety as Days Shorten

As summer transitions into autumn, daylight hours naturally decrease, ushering in longer evenings and earlier nights. With the end-of-October time change in certain countries, the need to prioritize safety for cyclists and pedestrians during these extended hours of darkness becomes even more critical.

In many regions, the shift to winter time correlates with a rise in road accidents. In France, for example, the number of fatal accidents involving pedestrians surged by 42% between October and January. As the days get shorter, visibility becomes a major safety concern—one that can be addressed through effective solutions like LuminousFlux® photoluminescent marking technology.

Our products provide a cost-effective, sustainable solution to enhance visibility and safety during low-light conditions, reducing the risks associated with cycling, walking, and driving in poorly lit areas.

A bicycle lane with painted white bicycle symbols on a black asphalt road, next to a parking area with a gray van. There is a tall, leafy hedge with some bare branches on the left, and a partly cloudy blue sky above with distant hills in the background.
Road workers in orange safety vests working on a narrow paved road with a white line on the edge, alongside a fence and bushes, under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
A dark forest road at night, with tall trees on both sides and a starry sky overhead.
Glow-in-the-dark mini golf holes at night with illuminated pathways and sculpture in the background.
A narrow road with a bike lane and a physical barrier in the middle, surrounded by greenery and trees.
Glow-in-the-dark footprints on a sidewalk at night, leading through a park or wooded area.
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Recent Work

Our innovative LuminousFlux® 'Smarter Path' line markings leverage the power of photoluminescence—a process where materials absorb light during the day and release it as visible light once darkness falls. This principle is similar to the glow-in-the-dark effect seen in everyday items like children’s toys, stickers, or watches.

For our line markings, the material absorbs photons from sunlight or artificial light, storing this energy throughout the day. As night approaches, this stored energy is gradually released, creating a glowing effect that enhances visibility and safety. This makes the path markings easily visible in low-light conditions, significantly improving the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers during nighttime travel.

By integrating this cutting-edge technology, we are able to provide enhanced safety measures for high-risk areas where visibility is paramount. Our photoluminescent line markings are an ideal solution for dark paths, bike lanes, and other crucial routes that require heightened visibility for safer navigation.

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Illuminated Cycle Paths: Enhancing Territorial Attractiveness

SOFT MOBILITY

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FACILITIES

Glow-in-the-dark pathway markings on a sidewalk or road at night.

ROAD SAFETY

As urban areas continue to focus on sustainability and improving quality of life, illuminated cycle paths are becoming an essential feature in enhancing both safety and attractiveness of local territories. With longer evenings and increasing popularity of cycling, providing well-lit, safe, and visually appealing cycle paths is more crucial than ever.

LuminousFlux® photoluminescent technology plays a key role in this transformation. Our photoluminescent line markings offer a sustainable solution to illuminate cycle paths without the need for traditional street lighting. These markings absorb light during the day and emit a soft, safe glow at night, making cycling routes more visible and accessible after dark.

Incorporating illuminated paths not only increases the safety of cyclists but also contributes to the overall attractiveness of a territory. By creating well-lit, welcoming routes, local authorities and urban planners can foster a safer, more enjoyable cycling experience, encouraging both locals and tourists to explore their surroundings.

Illustration of a sustainable city with bike lanes, walking paths, and green spaces, emphasizing eco-friendly transportation.

Our Services: Illuminating Safety and Innovation

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Global Reach of LuminousFlux®: Illuminating the World

LuminousFlux®’s innovative photoluminescent paint has not only made a significant impact across France but has also garnered international recognition. Our solution is now deployed across multiple countries worldwide, enhancing road safety, visibility, and sustainability.

From Belgium and Luxembourg to Burundi, Canada, and Nigeria, our paint is helping create safer environments, particularly in regions where traditional street lighting is limited or unavailable. We’re also making strides in countries like Malaysia, Senegal, and Switzerland, further demonstrating the global appeal and effectiveness of LuminousFlux®.

This widespread adoption speaks to the growing demand for sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that improve safety without contributing to light pollution. As we continue to expand, we remain committed to transforming road safety and infrastructure, one glowing path at a time.

Harnessing the Power of Photoluminescence for Sustainable Illumination

LuminousFlux® technology leverages the natural phenomenon of photoluminescence alongside the renewable energy sourced from solar radiation. This innovative process enables the paint to continuously recharge, powered solely by exposure to both natural daylight and artificial lighting—without experiencing any degradation or fatigue over time.

Throughout the day, LuminousFlux® efficiently captures and stores ambient light, transforming it into a powerful energy source. As the sun sets, the paint gradually releases this stored light in the form of soft, diffuse luminosity, providing reliable visibility for up to 10 hours during the night.

What sets LuminousFlux® apart is its remarkable efficiency: it operates entirely off the grid, requiring no electricity and generating no CO2 emissions. This sustainable solution offers a greener, energy-conscious approach to enhancing nighttime safety and visibility.

A Breakthrough in Infrastructure Safety and Sustainability

Since its introduction in 2018, LuminousFlux® has been widely adopted by numerous communities and infrastructure managers across various sectors. From bicycle paths to pedestrian walkways, traffic circles, crosswalks, evacuation routes, parking lots, loading docks, and more—this innovative technology is illuminating spaces with unprecedented efficiency.

The core advantage of LuminousFlux® lies in its ability to provide consistent and renewable luminescence throughout the night. Powered by the surrounding natural or artificial light, it absorbs energy during the day and releases it as visible light in the dark, ensuring enhanced safety and visibility at all hours.

What sets LuminousFlux® apart is its patented process, a significant leap in road safety technology. This advanced method creates a luminescent effect that is not only highly effective but also autonomous, requiring no external power sources. The result is a cost-effective, eco-sustainable signage solution that contributes to greener, energy-efficient infrastructure.

As communities look for safer, more sustainable solutions, LuminousFlux® continues to play a pivotal role in reshaping the future of urban and road infrastructure.

Let’s Work Together

At LuminousFlux®, we are always seeking new opportunities to collaborate and expand our impact worldwide. With experience in international projects, we are ready to bring our innovative solutions to your location.

If you're interested in partnering with us, reach out today. One of our dedicated project managers will connect with you promptly to discuss your needs and guide you through the proposal process.

Let’s illuminate the future—together!

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