Acuity Establishes Global Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork

Advancing Software Operating Expertise and Innovation
Creating 100+ High-Skill Jobs in Cork over the Next 3 Years

ATLANTA AND CORK, IRELAND, 8TH September 2025 - Acuity Inc., a market-leading industrial technology company, opened a Global Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork City, Ireland. The Centre is expected to create over 100 highly skilled jobs in the area over the next three years.

“Acuity is positioned for long term growth. We are innovators, disruptors and builders. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come.” stated Neil Ashe, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Inc. “Our Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork brings together the best of Acuity’s technologies, serving as a hub for research and development to build software expertise and innovation. This expansion strengthens our multi-national footprint and gives us access to exceptional software and engineering talent to drive data-forward, innovative work that will shape the future of our technology.”

The project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland.

Minister of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation Jack Chambers said “The opening of Acuity’s Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork is a testament to the city’s growing reputation as a hub for technology and innovation. This Centre will provide Acuity with access to our skilled workforce and supportive business environment, driving their mission to create impactful technological solutions.”

“Acuity’s decision to establish a Global Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork is a significant vote of confidence in Ireland’s world-class talent, robust innovation ecosystem, and our ability to support the digital transformation of global enterprises,” said Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland. “This investment highlights the strategic value Ireland offers as a location for cutting-edge technology development and positions Cork as a key hub for Acuity’s global growth.”

The Acuity Digital Centre of Excellence in Ireland is actively recruiting for roles including Software Engineers, Data & AI Engineers, Product Managers, Architects and Management. To explore opportunities, visit acuityinc.ie/careers.

“We are a values-driven Company empowered by our Better.Smarter.Faster operating system,” stated Kevin O’Riordan, Vice President and Site Lead, Acuity Digital Centre of Excellence. “Cork offers a vibrant local community and high-quality talent who are naturally aligned with our mission and values. Our team here will help shape the future of technology and deliver meaningful impact.”

About Acuity
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com. Learn about the Acuity Digital Centre of Excellence in Ireland at acuityinc.ie.

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Acuity Contact:
April Appling
Senior Vice President, Corporate Marketing and Communications
corporatecommunications@acuityinc.com

IDA Contact:
Ryan Gannon
IDA Global Communications
(353) 087 600-9452
ryan.gannon@ida.ie