Airport Smart Lighting Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The airport smart lighting market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.12 billion in 2024 to $1.23 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to Energy efficiency regulations, enhanced passenger experience, cost savings, safety and security, data-driven insights, and compliance requirements.

The airport smart lighting market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.78 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for energy efficiency, focus on passenger experience, safety and security requirements, cost savings and operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, data-driven decision-making, and smart airport initiatives. Major trends in the forecast period include the adoption of LED technology, integration of IoT and sensors, focus on sustainability, enhanced passenger experience, smart airport ecosystem integration, remote monitoring and management, and data-driven insights and analytics.

The anticipated increase in air travel demand is set to drive growth in the airport smart lighting market. Air travel, which involves transporting passengers and goods by aircraft across various locations, is becoming more affordable and accessible due to technological advancements, competitive airline pricing, and the proliferation of low-cost carriers. Airport smart lighting systems improve visibility, safety, and energy efficiency by dynamically adjusting to passenger movement, weather conditions, and time of day, thereby enhancing the overall airport experience and operational effectiveness. For example, in November 2023, Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union based in Luxembourg, reported that air travel within the EU surged significantly, with passenger numbers in 2022 reaching 820 million, a 119.3% increase compared to the previous year. This increase in air travel is propelling the growth of the airport smart lighting market.

Leading players in the airport smart lighting market are focusing on developing advanced solutions such as sensor-based lighting to maintain competitive advantage. Sensor-based lighting systems use sensors to detect environmental changes or occupancy, adjusting the lighting accordingly to enhance passenger experiences within airport environments. In May 2022, ADB Safegate BVBA, a Belgium-based airport lighting company, introduced its AXON EQ LED lights. These lights feature integrated sensors that collect crucial data, helping airport operators identify maintenance requirements and optimize their operations. The AXON EQ LED, a part of ADB SAFEGATE's Airfield 4 initiative, aims to improve airport operations with superior routing and guidance technologies, increasing safety and reducing energy consumption.

In January 2024, TKH Group N.V., a Netherlands-based technology company, acquired JCAI Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to boost TKH Group's capabilities in artificial intelligence and data analytics. By integrating JCAI's expertise, TKH Group aims to enhance its market position and expand its innovative solutions across various industries. JCAI Inc. is a Canada-based company specializing in the manufacturing of aviation and aerospace components.

Major companies operating in the airport smart lighting market are Siemens AG, Honeywell International Inc., Safran S.A., Koninklijke Philips N.V., Signify Holding, Acuity Brands Inc., TKH Airport Solutions, Midstream Ltd., Astronics Corporation, Schreder Group, OCEM Airfield Technology, ADB Safegate, Carmanah Technologies Corp, GMR ENLIGHTS s.r.l, Sealite Pty Ltd., Eaton Corporation, atg airports limited, Delta Obstruction Lighting, Avlite Systems, Cree Inc., Airsafe Airport Equipment Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the airport smart lighting market in 2024. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the airport smart lighting market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the airport smart lighting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The airport smart lighting market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as wayfinding and navigation, queue management, personalized services, maintenance monitoring, and advertising and promotion. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The airport smart lighting market also includes sales of motion sensors, approach lights, and obstruction lights. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

Airport smart lighting denotes a sophisticated lighting solution deployed within airport infrastructures, employing cutting-edge technologies such as sensors, wireless connectivity, and automation to enhance lighting efficiency, performance, and eco-friendliness. These systems are designed to intelligently modify lighting levels, colors, and directions based on real-time conditions to optimize visibility, decrease energy use, and lower operational expenses.

The primary categories of airport smart lighting include runway lighting, taxiway lighting, visual glide scope indicators, among others. Specifically, runway lighting illuminates runways for safe takeoffs and landings. The comprehensive offerings of airport smart lighting systems encompass hardware, services, and software. These systems utilize diverse light sources such as fluorescent, halogen, incandescent, and LED lighting. They are applied in various airport areas including airside, terminal, and landside locations, catering to the specific lighting needs of each area.

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