Honeywell Automation India to provide its Airfield Ground Lighting system for the Noida International Airport. Credit: Rashevskyi Viacheslav/Shutterstock.

Honeywell Automation India has secured a contract to implement its advanced Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) system at the under construction Noida International Airport (NIA) in Uttar Pradesh, India.  

The technology is expected to enhance visual guidance for aircraft, thereby increasing safety and streamlining operations on the tarmac. 

Honeywell’s AGL system will assist aircraft maneuvering, particularly in challenging weather conditions, and will support landing and ramp safety.  

The ‘intelligent lighting’ technology simplifies the ground taxi process for pilots and improves situational awareness by interacting with aircraft surveillance and tracking systems. 

Noida International Airport CEO Christoph Schnellmann said: “We are delighted to partner with Honeywell to bring their Airfield Ground Lighting system to Noida International Airport. The implementation of the state-of-the-art system will ensure superior visual guidance and operational efficiency, aligning with our mission to provide a safe and seamless experience for all airport users.” 

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The project encompasses the supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Honeywell’s AGL system on runway 10L-28R and the associated taxiways at NIA.  

Its first phase will include one runway and one terminal with an annual capacity to handle traffic of 12 million passengers.  

Once all four development phases are completed, the airport will have the capacity to serve 70 million passengers each year. 

Honeywell offers a comprehensive range of airport technologies in India and offers complete AGL system operations, including design, manufacturing, assembly, installation, commissioning, and service support. 

Honeywell Automation India managing director Atul Pai said: “Noida International Airport represents a significant leap forward in advancing India’s aviation sector, and we are pleased to have secured this visionary project, ensuring the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency with our advanced technology.” 

Additionally, the NIA completed the calibration of its Instrument Landing System (ILS) and Precision Approach Path indicator (PAPI), a Financial Express report said. 

The process, which started on 10 October, lasted till 14 October. 

It was supported by the Director General of Civil Aviation and Airport Authority of India (AAI).