CU Phosco, a UK designer and manufacturer of exterior lighting equipment, in collaboration with ATG Airports, a manufacturer and installation projects company for airfield ground lighting, has successfully installed a high mast lighting system at Farnborough Airport.
This project, part of Farnborough Airport’s commitment to maintaining high operational standards and sustainability, involved the installation of 13 high masts equipped with FL800D luminaires. The lighting system aims to ensure good visibility on the new apron and to support the airport’s sustainability milestones.
Farnborough Airport, the birthplace of British aviation and Europe’s number one business aviation airport, has long been a symbol of excellence in aviation infrastructure. It handles around 31,000 aircraft movements annually. With the opening of Domus III last year, a 175,000 ft² hangar facility, Farnborough Airport continues to demonstrate progression in aviation innovation and sustainability.
The Domus III project was overseen by McLaughlin and Harvey as the Principal Contractor. CU Phosco, acting as a sub-contractor, was responsible for designing and delivering a comprehensive high mast lighting system that met the specified standards. The company has also been involved in various projects at the airport for several years.
The project was designed to support Farnborough Airport’s environmental goals, minimising energy consumption while using more energy-efficient lighting, and follows a series of milestones in recent years at the airport. In 2024, Farnborough Airport was awarded Level 4+ carbon accreditation status by the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) scheme, one of only five UK airports and the only business aviation airport to achieve the recognition. Last year, Farnborough Airport also completed one of the largest light-weight solar installations in the South East, enabling the airport to generate 25% of its own power.
For the airport’s new apron, a total of 13 high masts, manufactured at CU Phosco’s Bradford facility, were equipped with 50 FL800D luminaires. Each high mast features CU Phosco’s Raise and Lower System, which seeks to enable safe and efficient maintenance without the need to close large areas of the apron. This system lowers the luminaire carriage to ground level in one operation, aiming to reduce disruption to airport operations and enhance safety.
The FL800D luminaires are equipped with Samsung CSP LEDs and the AeroFlow Cooling System. This combination of optics and construction was chosen so that the lighting system meets the stringent requirements set by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Farnborough Airport.
Gary Stone, Project Manager at ATG Airports, comments, “The high mast lighting system installation was seamless thanks to CU Phosco’s robust design and efficient team. The quality of the finish and ease of maintenance provide a safe and reliable lighting solution that aligns perfectly with Farnborough Airport’s high standards.”
Stephanie Bishop, Head of Infrastructure at Farnborough Airport, adds, “CU Phosco is a well-known and reputable supplier at Farnborough Airport, consistently delivering high-quality products for several years. Recently, they played a crucial role in the Domus III project, managed by Principal Contractors McLaughlin and Harvey, by providing 13 high mast lights of exceptional quality.”
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