Lumitec celebrates 19 years of innovation in marine lighting

From startup innovator to global industry benchmark, Lumitec marks 19 years of lighting the way.

DELRAY BEACH, FL – Nov 02, 2026 – Lumitec, a leading manufacturer of LED lighting solutions for extreme environments and the marine industry, proudly celebrates its 19th anniversary, marking nearly two decades of innovation, growth, and industry leadership since its founding in November 2007.

A legacy of innovation

Established by entrepreneur and innovator John Kujawa, Lumitec began as a startup with a vision to transform marine lighting through advanced LED technology. From early beginnings, the company has grown into a globally recognized brand known for delivering premium-quality lighting products trusted by boat builders, dealers, installers, and boat owners around the world.

Pioneering marine LED technology

Throughout its history, Lumitec has remained committed to innovation. The company pioneered numerous breakthrough technologies, including Timed Toggle Protocol (TTP) and Power Line Instruction (PLI), which earned the prestigious IBEX Innovation Award in 2017 and is now the foundation technology of our Poco Digital Lighting Control system. Lumitec continues to advance the industry with products such as its all-in-one masthead light and combination of flood/navigation lighting solutions, helping marine manufacturers simplify installations while improving performance and safety.

Breakthrough innovations that changed the industry

As one of the marine industry's earliest adopters of full-LED lighting solutions, Lumitec was among the first companies to introduce an LED surface-mount underwater light and the first to develop an LED spreader flood light, helping establish new standards for efficiency, durability, and performance on the water.

From startup to global brand

In 2019, Lumitec joined the Clarience Technologies family of companies, further strengthening its ability to innovate, expand globally, and bring cutting-edge technologies to customers across the marine market and beyond.

Setting the standard for marine lighting

Today, Lumitec's products are found on vessels worldwide, and the company is widely recognized as the benchmark for quality, innovation, and high-performance marine lighting.

"As we celebrate 19 years in business, we're incredibly proud of what our team has accomplished. From pioneering some of the marine industry's most important lighting technologies to becoming a globally recognized brand, our success has always been driven by a commitment to innovation, quality, and our customers. We thank our employees, partners, and customers for being part of our journey, and we're excited to continue lighting the way for the marine industry for years to come."
— Chris Fulmer, President of Lumitec

Looking ahead

As Lumitec enters its twentieth year, the company remains focused on developing innovative lighting solutions that enhance safety, performance, and the boating experience while continuing to set the standard for marine lighting worldwide.

Source: Lumitec, https://www.lumiteclighting.com/blog/celebrating-19-years-of-innovation-leadership-and-lighting-the-way.html