Accelerating Global Deployment of AI-Driven Smart Lighting Infrastructure by 1NCE and LEOTEK

In a remarkable stride towards the future of smart cities, 1NCE, a global provider of platforms supporting the development and operation of IoT products, has announced a strategic partnership with LEOTEK, a leader in smart transportation solutions. This collaboration aims to expedite the international rollout of LEOTEK's LEOLink Intelligent Lighting System (ILS). Notably, SoftBank Corp. has come on board as the exclusive sales partner for this initiative in the APAC region, reinforcing the commitment to innovation and efficiency in urban infrastructure.

The partnership will be showcased during the 2026 Smart City Summit & Expo in Taipei, occurring from March 17 to 20. At this event, 1NCE will present an integrated architecture uniting its IoT platform with LEOTEK's AI-driven management system. This integration promises to transform traditional street lighting into high-performance digital infrastructure, facilitating a global zero-touch deployment model.

By incorporating the 1NCE platform, LEOTEK will eliminate the necessity for individual contracts with telecommunications companies across different nations. This strategic move enables rapid deployment of thousands of devices in over 170 countries, significantly streamlining the process of rolling out smart lighting solutions worldwide. The software and connectivity platform provided by 1NCE is being adopted as a new industry standard, simplifying IoT implementation.

As Hitoshi Ono, Senior Vice President of 1NCE, articulates, "Connectivity that is easy to deploy and simple to operate is critical for smart infrastructure projects. By providing global cellular IoT connectivity to LEOTEK's connected lighting, we empower cities to focus on optimizing maintenance plans and visualizing asset management."

Through this collaboration, LEOTEK can now deploy AI-enabled sensors and management tools on a global scale without the complexities of managing various national telecommunications contracts or roaming issues. Torrent Chin, LEOTEK's President and Chief Sustainability Officer, elaborates on this, stating, "By combining our intelligent lighting technology with global IoT connectivity, we empower municipalities to modernize their street lighting infrastructure, enhancing operational visibility and achieving long-term efficiencies."

The integrated solutions provided by 1NCE and LEOTEK have already been operational in dense urban environments and critical energy projects. For instance, cities like Boston, Syracuse, and Fort Wayne have transformed traditional street lighting into remotely monitored smart nodes. The deployment of these solutions is also expanding to DTE Energy projects in Michigan and to San Francisco. Moreover, cross-border connectivity initiatives are paving the way for advancements in urban areas across Mexico and South America.

About 1NCE

1NCE is a global provider of software and connectivity platforms that support the development and operation of intelligent products. With its technology, devices can securely collect data in over 170 countries and convert it into insights that drive business value. To learn more, visit www.1NCE.com or follow the company on official social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.

About LEOTEK

LEOTEK, a subsidiary of LITEON Technology, is headquartered in Silicon Valley and Taipei. Established in 1992, LEOTEK is a global leader in AI-powered smart transportation and sustainable lighting solutions. The company has operations in over 30 countries and 300 cities across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania. By integrating AI, IoT sensors, and predictive maintenance into its infrastructure solutions, LEOTEK is working towards its vision of Intelligent Sustainable Infrastructure, contributing to a safe and environmentally friendly net-zero society. For more details, visit https://leotek.com/.