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Equipment Finance Sponsored by Equipment Finance News DLL and Signify partner to boost adoption of LED lighting Published: 7th October 2025 Share Global vendor finance company DLL has announced a strategic partnership with Signify, the world’s leading lighting manufacturer, to accelerate the transition to energy-efficient LED lighting solutions across international markets. The collaboration will combine DLL’s financing expertise with Signify’s portfolio of advanced lighting systems and services. The companies aim to expand access to sustainable lighting technologies by offering more flexible financing options to customers worldwide. As demand for energy-efficient technologies continues to rise, both firms identified a growing need for accessible financing to support investment in sustainable infrastructure. Signify selected DLL as its global vendor finance partner to provide a unified approach to leasing and finance solutions across key regions. DLL’s financing programmes will allow Signify’s customers to adopt LED systems more easily, helping to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. The partnership will focus on multiple markets, including Europe, the United States, Australia and New Zealand. According to DLL, dedicated Energy Transition specialists will support the rollout of new financing schemes to ensure smooth implementation across regions. The partnership builds on an existing relationship between the two Dutch-based companies and is expected to create opportunities for further innovation in lighting and sustainable financing. Adrian Leach, Global Head of Energy Transition at DLL, said the partnership reflects the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability. “We are delighted to partner with Signify to deliver tailored financing solutions that empower their customers to embrace advanced lighting technologies,” he said. “This partnership underscores our commitment to supporting more sustainable and energy-efficient assets across the markets in which we operate.” Jeevan Shinde, Corporate Finance Manager and Head of Capital at Signify, said the agreement would expand customer access to the company’s lighting solutions. “Through our partnership with DLL, we can offer diverse financing solutions to our customers, bolstering our growth strategy,” he said. “This collaboration enhances our ability to serve customers across various industry segments and geographies, providing the flexibility necessary for adopting our connected lighting products, systems, and services.” The partnership is expected to play a key role in supporting the global shift toward lower-carbon, energy-efficient lighting. Lisa Laverick Editor - Asset Finance Connect Sign up to our newsletter Featured Stories Corporate Member NewsEconocom reports €2.07bn revenue for Q3 2025 YTD NewsLeasing, factoring and renting record growth in Portugal in H1 Corporate Member NewsClose Brothers expands ESG lending into hydrogen sector Equipment Finance