Robe Deutschland GmbH

Name

Robe Deutschland GmbH

Legal name

Robe Deutschland GmbH

Website

https://robelighting.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Entertainment Lighting

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB)

Keywords

• Professional moving lights
• LED entertainment lighting
• Theatrical stage fixtures
• Wash beam spot luminaire
• IP65 outdoor lighting

Headquarters

HQ city

Germany

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Lighting Equipment Sales: Sale of professional moving lights, LED fixtures, architectural lighting, and accessories for entertainment, theatre, television, and architectural applications. Products include spot/profile fixtures, wash/beams, linear fixtures, and decorative effects luminaires.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Robe Deutschland GmbH manufactures and distributes professional LED and discharge-lamp moving-head luminaires (profiles, spots, washes, beams, strobes, linear fixtures and decorative pendants) for entertainment, theatre, television, broadcast and architectural lighting customers in Germany. Its portfolio includes IP65-rated iSeries variants for outdoor deployments and is supported by related brands Anolis (architectural lighting), Avolites (control consoles), and Artistic Licence (data distribution).

Product overview

Robe Deutschland GmbH is the German subsidiary of Robe lighting s.r.o., a Czech manufacturer of professional entertainment lighting. The product portfolio centers on LED and discharge lamp-based moving lights spanning multiple form factors: profiles/spots (ESPRITE, FORTE, T-Series), wash/beam fixtures (MegaPointe, GigaPointe, Spiider), linear fixtures (Tetra, iBar), decorative pendants (PATT series, HolyPATT), and strobes (WTF!). The iSeries sub-line offers IP65-rated versions for outdoor use. Key technologies include TE Transferable LED Engines, MSL multi-spectral light sources, and proprietary control systems. The company also distributes related brands including Anolis for architectural lighting, Avolites for control consoles, and Artistic Licence for data distribution. Products serve venues including theaters, concert touring, festivals, broadcast studios, and cruise ships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Anolis: Architectural lighting brand - Anolis Architectural Lights
• Avolites
• Artistic Licence
• iSeries
• RoboSpot
• NRG (Next Robe Generation)

Products and services

• GigaPointe® Laser-phosphor source multipurpose luminaire providing spot, profile, wash, and beam capabilities with high output for large venue applications.
• MegaPointe® Discharge lamp-based moving light offering spot, profile, wash, beam, and hybrid functionality with extensive gobo and prism options.
• ESPRITE® LED moving light available with optional HCF (High Colour Fidelity) engine, providing profile and spot functionality with TE (Transferable Engine) technology.
• iESPRITE® IP65-rated version of ESPRITE with enhanced protection for outdoor and adverse environment use.
• iESPRITE® LTL IP65-rated ESPRITE with Long Throw Lens option for extended projection distances.
• FORTE® High-power LED moving light in XL size class for maximum output in large-scale touring and venue applications.
• iFORTE® IP65-rated version of FORTE for outdoor event and architectural applications.
• PAINTE® LED wash light in M size class providing high-output color washing for stage and venue applications.
• iPAINTE® IP65-rated version of PAINTE for outdoor wash lighting applications.
• T1 Compact LED profile spotlight in M size class for theatrical and installation applications.
• T11 LED profile spotlight with extended features for professional theatrical and venue installations.
• T15 LED Fresnel fixture providing soft-edge wash lighting for theatrical applications.
• TX1 PosiProfile™ LED multispectral moving light combining spot, profile, wash, and hybrid functionality with precise positioning system (MAPS™).
• T2 Large-format LED profile moving light for high-demand theatrical and touring applications.
• T32 Cyc™ High-output cyclorama wash light for even illumination of large backdrops and stage surfaces.
• T31 Cyc™ LED cyclorama wash light for theatrical and stage background illumination.
• T3 Profile FS High-power profile moving light for large venue and touring applications.
• Tarrantula™ LED multi-source wash beam hybrid moving light with large zoom range for arena and festival applications.
• iBOLT™ IP65-rated moving light with powerful output for outdoor event applications.
• SVOPATT™ LED decorative pendant fixture for architectural and entertainment venue aesthetics.
• Spiider® LED wash beam moving light with high output and compact form factor.
• iSpiiderX® IP65-rated version of Spiider for outdoor wash beam applications.
• Tetra2™ Compact LED multi-source moving linear fixture for wash and beam effects.
• FOOTSIE2™ IP65-rated floor-mounted wash fixture for low-angle stage and audience lighting.
• WTF!™ IP65-rated LED multi-source wash/hybrid/strobe with linear zoom feature, the first linear strobe zoom on the market.
• Arianne 6™ IP65-rated LED multi-source wash fixture for large venue and outdoor applications.
• iBeam 350™ IP65-rated LED multi-source moving light providing wash and beam functionality.
• LEDBeam 350™ Compact LED wash beam fixture for smaller venue and effects applications.
• LEDBeam 350™ FW Fresnel wash version of LEDBeam 350 with soft-edge beam output.
• Tetra1™ Compact LED multi-source moving linear fixture for linear wash effects and CYC illumination.
• TetraX™ LED multi-source moving linear fixture providing wash and beam effects with dynamic movement.
• iBar 15™ IP65-rated LED multi-source static linear fixture for CYC and architectural illumination.
• LEDBeam 200™ Compact LED wash beam fixture in the 200 size class for smaller venue and effects applications.
• T10 MFS Professional theatrical LED profile moving light in the T-Series M size class.
• Arianne 2™ IP65-rated LED multi-source wash fixture for mid-size venue and outdoor applications.
• HolyPATT™ LED decorative pendant fixture with classic styling for architectural and venue aesthetics.
• onePATT™ Single pendant LED decorative fixture for accent and atmospheric lighting.
• PATT 2017™ LED version of classic PATT decorative pendant for modern venue aesthetics.
• Anolis Architectural Lights Architectural lighting sub-brand offering indoor and outdoor LED luminaires for building illumination and landscape lighting.
• RoboSpot Followspot System Followspot control system using camera-based tracking technology for automated follow-spot functionality from a remote operator position.
• Avolites Lighting Controllers Lighting control consoles and software (Tiger Touch, Titan, Ai servers) for professional stage and architectural lighting control, distributed through Avolites Deutschland within Robe Deutschland GmbH.

Quantifiable outcome

• Presence at major international events including Eurovision Song Contest 2026, major European festivals, and global theatre productions

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature18 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Anolis Architectural LightscoreTechnology or IntegrationAnolis is a Robe Business subsidiary specializing in architectural lighting solutions. Products include ArcDot pixel luminaires and other architectural fixtures for building facades and installations.
• Artistic LicencecoreTechnology or IntegrationArtistic Licence is a Robe Business company providing lighting control and data distribution solutions for entertainment and architectural applications.
• AvolitescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAvolites Deutschland division handles lighting control products including Tiger Touch, Titan, and Ai servers. Full sales, training, and technical support provided through dedicated team.
• PlasaminorOthersProfessional Lighting and Sound Association membership providing industry advocacy and standards development.
• HC VsetínminorOthersIce hockey club sponsorship - Robe is a proud sponsor of HC Vsetín.
• HC ZubříminorOthersHandball club sponsorship - Robe is a proud sponsor of HC Zubří.
• LSCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLSC lighting control products distributed through Stefan Jakobi as Business Development Manager for Installation products.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Direct peers

• Martin Professional (HARMAN): Danish professional lighting manufacturer now part of HARMAN/Samsung, producing moving lights, LED fixtures, and atmospheric effects. Direct competitor in the same concert touring, theatre, and architectural segments with comparable products like the MAC series and ERA line.
• Claypaky: Italian professional entertainment lighting manufacturer specializing in moving heads, wash/beam fixtures, and architectural lighting. Direct head-to-head competitor with Robe in the global touring, theatre, and broadcast markets with overlapping product categories like the Sharpy, Mythos, and Xtylos lines.
• Elation Professional: US-based professional lighting manufacturer offering moving lights, static LED, and architectural fixtures. Competes with Robe in touring, broadcast, and theatre segments with brands such as Proteus, Artiste, and Fuze series products.
• Chauvet Professional: US-based manufacturer of professional lighting for live events, touring, and theatrical applications. Direct competitor offering moving heads, washes, and LED fixtures across price points, widely adopted by rental houses and event production companies globally.
• Ayrton: French professional lighting manufacturer specializing in premium moving lights, LED sources, and creative automated fixtures. Direct competitor in the high-end touring and broadcast segments with the Ayrton Magic Series, Diablo, and Khamsin product lines.
• High End Systems (ETC): US-based manufacturer of professional moving lights and lighting control consoles, now part of ETC. Competes directly with Robe in theatrical and touring applications with products like the SolaSpot and SolaHyBeam series, and offers HOG consoles that overlap with Avolites.
• GLP (German Lighting Products): German professional lighting manufacturer headquartered in Karlsbad, producing moving heads, LED wash/beam fixtures, and impression series automated lights. Direct competitor in the European touring and theatre market with comparable product positioning to Robe.

Emerging players

• MA Lighting: German manufacturer of professional lighting control consoles (grandMA series) widely used in touring, theatre, and broadcast. Adjacent competitor to Robe's Avolites subsidiary, competing for the same console specification slots in major productions.
• ADJ (Elation's value brand): US-based professional lighting manufacturer targeting mid-tier and smaller venue markets with moving lights, washes, and effects. Competes with Robe at the entry-level and mid-tier of the professional spectrum, particularly for smaller venues and houses of worship.

Broad incumbents

• ETC (Electronic Theatre Controls): US-based broad-line lighting and controls manufacturer for theatrical, architectural, and entertainment applications. Broader incumbent that competes across multiple of Robe's segments with Source Four LED fixtures, ColorSource and Paradigm control systems, and concert fixtures.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Robelighting
• YouTubeyoutube.com/RobeLightingTube
• Facebookfacebook.com/ROBELIGHTING
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/robe-deutschland
• Instagraminstagram.com/robelighting

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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