Zico Lighting

What Zico Lighting does

Zico Lighting, the trading brand of UK private limited company Green Route Ltd (company no. 7658995), designs and supplies premium decorative LED filament lamps, proprietary lighting control systems, and landscape lighting solutions. The company's product portfolio is anchored by the Aquila and Milvus LED filament ranges with CRI 95+ rating, ultra-smooth dimming down to 1%, flicker-free performance, and Dim-to-Warm technology that transitions color temperature from 2800K to 2000K. The proprietary Zico Lighting Control System, manufactured in the UK, supports DMX, DALI, 0/1-10V, and phase-cut dimming protocols with optional integration for emergency, fire, and security systems. Zico also offers landscape lighting, bespoke lamps, lighting restoration for heritage installations, and lighting consultancy services.

The company operates a B2B sales-led motion combined with direct-to-consumer e-commerce, running dedicated regional storefronts for UK, EU, and MEA markets alongside a trade account program for lighting designers, architects, wholesalers, and electrical contractors. Products are distributed via a reseller network spanning 30 countries and priced on a unit basis (e.g., £9.03 per G45 golfball lamp, £16.81 ex VAT per GU10 spotlight). Customer logos span luxury hospitality (Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, Waldorf Astoria, Hilton, The Hoxton, Jumeirah, Gleneagles, Soho House, Annabel's, Claridge's), premium retail (Burberry, Fortnum & Mason), and named lighting design studios (Martin Brudnizki, Zara Vaux). Headquartered in London with regional offices in Dubai (opened August 2023) and the Netherlands (established 2024), the company is founder-led by James Miller and operates with a 1-10 employee base with no disclosed external institutional funding.

Name

Zico Lighting

Legal name

Green Route Ltd

Website

https://zico.lighting

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Zico Lighting is a UK-based manufacturer of premium high-CRI LED filament lamps and proprietary dimming control systems, serving luxury hospitality, premium retail, high-end residential, and lighting design professionals across 30 countries via UK, EU, and MEA operations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Decorative LED Lighting

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Lighting Controls & Building Integration (Drivers, sensors, dimming, lighting control panels, networked lighting) (IMAGAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB), LED Drivers, Ballasts & Power Modules for Lighting (Constant-current/voltage drivers, ballasts, control gear) (IMAGAIAJ)

Keywords

• Decorative LED lamps
• Lighting control systems
• High-CRI LED filament
• Hospitality lighting solutions
• Dimming and controls

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LED Lamp Sales: Sale of premium decorative LED filament lamps including Candle, GLS, Golfball, Globe, G9, GU10, and specialty shapes. Revenue generated through e-commerce and B2B trade accounts.
2. Lighting Control Systems: Sale and specification of proprietary Zico Lighting Control systems including dimmers, processors, and control interfaces for commercial and residential installations.
3. Landscape Lighting: Outdoor and landscape lighting solutions including spotlights and exterior-rated LED products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Zico Lighting manufactures premium high-CRI LED filament lamps and a proprietary lighting control system for residential, hospitality, and commercial projects. The product portfolio spans decorative LED lamps in multiple shapes (Aquila and Milvus ranges, Candle, GLS, Golfball, Globe, G9, GU10, Squirrel Cage, Tube), the Zico Lighting Control system with DMX/DALI/0-10V/phase-cut support, and landscape lighting solutions. The company also offers bespoke lamps, lighting restoration, and consultancy services for lighting designers, architects, and luxury hospitality clients.

Product overview

Zico Lighting is a UK-based manufacturer specializing in premium LED lighting solutions for residential and hospitality applications. The core product portfolio centers on high-CRI LED filament lamps available in multiple series: Aquila (premium range with CRI 95+), Milvus (professional series), and the standard range including GLS A60, Candle C35, Golfball G45, Globe G95/G125, Squirrel Cage ST64, G9 capsule, GU10 spotlights, and Tube T30 formats. A key technology differentiator is their Dim-to-Warm LED technology that transitions from 2800K to 2000K when dimmed. Complementing the lamp portfolio is the Zico Lighting Control System—a proprietary UK-manufactured dimming and controls platform supporting DMX, DALI, 0/1-10V, and phase-cut protocols. Additional offerings include Landscape Lighting (spike lights), Architectural Lighting, Bespoke Lamps, Lighting Restoration, and Lighting Partnership/Consultancy services. The company operates regional stores for UK, EU (Netherlands hub established 2024), and MEA (Dubai office) markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aquila LED Filament Lamps Premium decorative LED filament lamps with CRI 95+ color rendering that closely mimics natural light quality, designed for high-end residential and luxury hospitality applications. Available in multiple shapes and finishes including clear, frosted, amber, porcelain, and mirrored glass.
• Milvus LED Lamps High-quality LED lamps designed for professional lighting applications with consistent color temperature and dimming performance, providing energy-efficient alternatives to incandescent bulbs for commercial and residential settings.
• Dim-to-Warm LED Lamps Advanced LED lamps with dim-to-warm technology providing smooth color temperature transition from cooler 2800K at full brightness to soft candle-like 2000K when dimmed. Available across Candle, Golfball, GLS, Globe, and GU10 variants for hospitality and residential customers.
• Lumen+ LED Lamp Range (8W & 5W) New LED lamp range featuring 8W and 5W outputs with improved efficiency and design, expanding the high-performance energy-efficient lighting portfolio for residential and commercial customers.
• Zico Lighting Control System Professional-grade lighting control system designed and manufactured in the UK, supporting DMX, DALI, 0/1-10V, and phase-cut dimming protocols. Features precision dimming from 0-100%, capacity up to 60 4W lamps on one circuit, and optional integration for emergency lighting, fire detection, and security systems.
• Landscape Lighting Outdoor and landscape lighting solutions including spike lights rated for 12V/24V operation, designed for garden and exterior architectural illumination of residential and commercial properties.
• Architectural Lighting Professional architectural lighting solutions for commercial and high-end residential projects, specified by lighting designers and architects for prestigious venues, hotels, and bespoke developments.
• Bespoke Lamps Custom-designed and manufactured lamps tailored to specific project requirements for unique lighting applications across hospitality, residential, and heritage projects.
• Lighting Restoration Services Restoration services for historic and heritage lighting installations, maintaining period aesthetics while upgrading to modern LED technology for country estates, listed buildings, and historic hotels.
• Lighting Partnership / Consultancy Consultancy and partnership services for lighting designers, architects, and specifiers, providing technical expertise, product selection support, and collaborative project guidance for premium lighting installations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30,000 hour lifespan on standard products
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hector FinchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 3 February 2026Strategic distribution partnership announced February 2026. Hector Finch, known for quality lighting fixtures, distributes Zico Lighting products to their customer base.
• RecolightminorOthersRecolight is the UK lighting industry's WEEE compliance scheme. Zico Lighting's membership indicates commitment to environmental responsibility through proper end-of-life lighting recycling.
• Lighting Industry Association (LIA)coreOthersZico Lighting is a registered member of the LIA, which provides product certification and industry representation at the heart of the UK lighting industry.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Ledvance (Osram): Ledvance is the OSRAM-branded general lighting business offering LED lamps including filament ranges for professional and consumer channels. Comparable to Zico as broad incumbent in LED lamp category with overlapping product formats and trade distribution.
• Flos: Flos is an Italian premium architectural and decorative lighting manufacturer serving luxury hospitality and residential projects globally. Comparable to Zico on premium hospitality customer base, designer/specifier channel, and high-end positioning.
• Signify (Philips Hue / Interact): Signify is the global lighting incumbent (formerly Philips Lighting) offering LED lamps, fixtures, and connected lighting systems at massive scale. Comparable to Zico as a broad competitor in LED lamp category and professional lighting controls, though Zico competes specifically in the premium decorative sub-segment.

Direct peers

• Buster + Punch: Buster + Punch is a London-based premium lighting and interiors brand offering designer LED filament bulbs and fixtures. Comparable to Zico on premium positioning, decorative LED lamp focus, and high-end residential and hospitality customer segments.
• Anytronics: Anytronics is a UK manufacturer of professional lighting dimmers and control systems for commercial and theatrical applications. Comparable to Zico as a UK-based professional lighting controls manufacturer whose CB Series dimmers are validated for Zico lamp compatibility.
• Tala: Tala is a UK-based premium LED lighting brand specializing in high-design, energy-efficient LED filament bulbs and fixtures for residential and hospitality use. Directly comparable to Zico on product category (premium decorative LED), target customer (lighting designers, architects), and channel (DTC + trade).
• Megaman: Megaman is a Hong Kong-headquartered LED lighting manufacturer with strong UK presence offering professional LED lamps including decorative filament ranges. Comparable to Zico on LED lamp product category and trade-channel distribution in UK/EU.
• Calex: Calex is a Netherlands-based decorative LED filament lamp specialist with extensive range of vintage-style LED bulbs. Comparable to Zico on decorative LED filament lamp manufacturing, European distribution, and trade/hospitality customer base.
• Mode Lighting: Mode Lighting is a UK-based professional dimming controls manufacturer whose dimmers are tested and verified compatible with Zico lamps. Comparable as a direct UK-based professional lighting controls specialist serving the same hospitality and architectural specifier channel.

Emerging players

• Soraa: Soraa is a US-based premium LED lighting company focused on high-CRI, full-spectrum LED lamps and fixtures for specialty retail, hospitality, and museum applications. Comparable to Zico on premium positioning, high-CRI technology focus, and lighting designer/specifier channel.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zico-lighting

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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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