Our customers have played a vital role in the development of the successful implementation of LED technology in our industry.  With this video, first shown at inter airport Europe 2023, we commemorate milestones from the latest 20 years of development that have led us to the latest airfield LED innovation – the AXON EQ elevated light.

Leading LED Airfield lighting innovation

Our customers have played a vital role in the development of the successful implementation of LED technology in our industry.  With this video, first shown at inter airport Europe 2023, we commemorate milestones from the latest 20 years of development that have led us to the latest airfield LED innovation – the AXON EQ elevated light.

  • 2002: ADB SAFEGATE embarks on development of LED lighting. First taxiway edge light released
  • 2004: First LED taxiway center light released
  • 2010: LED runway medium intensity light released
  • 2010: First SafeLED IQ LED inset light with integrated remote ILCMS
  • 2012: First LED runway high intensity light released
  • 2014: ADB SAFEGATE releases first LED LEAP approach light
  • 2016: First LED HINT approach inset light delivered
  • 2020: LED REIL redesigned to meet photometrics
  • 2022-2023: AXON EQ LED inset and elevated lights with built-in Airside 4.0 intelligence released

20 years of milestones for LED at ADB SAFEGATE

ADB SAFEGATE  is a company that provides integrated solutions to airports, airlines, and ANSPs.  We are proud to be leading the way with innovative and smart Airside 4.0 solutions that turn airports into smart airports, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the passenger experience. Solutions include airfield lighting, power and control systems, airport and tower software, docking automation, apron management, and aftermarket services.  With over 1,400 employees and over 2,700 airports in over 175 countries, from the busiest and largest to the fastest-growing airports, ADB SAFEGATE is dedicated to making air travel safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly.