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Afonso Pena Airport: How did LED lighting impact the sustainable growth of Curitiba’s airport?
In 2023, over five million passengers traveled through Afonso Pena International Airport, located in São José dos Pinhais, within the Curitiba Metropolitan Region.
According to ANAC data, CWB ranked as the 11th busiest airport in Brazil last year. But how can an airport maintain such a high level of excellence for millions of passengers? And how can service quality be aligned with sustainability and efficiency?
The answer lies in cutting-edge lighting technology. Proper illumination directly impacts the passenger experience: with the right luminous flux, travelers can easily read signs, markings, and directions, moving through the airport with greater comfort, safety, and autonomy.
At Afonso Pena International Airport, this experience was elevated through a comprehensive lighting renovation carried out in partnership with Silicon in 2017. The project introduced LED technology, which not only provides higher efficiency compared to conventional lamps but also ensures durability, lower operating costs, and greater sustainability.
That same year, CWB was recognized as the best airport in Brazil in the Passenger Satisfaction and Airport Performance Survey, a quarterly study that evaluates the 15 busiest terminals in the country, which together account for 80% of national passenger traffic.
As part of the renovation, high-performance Acrich 156W luminaires were installed in key areas such as the main lobby and check-in hall. This upgrade tripled the lighting levels, resolving frequent complaints from both employees and passengers regarding poor illumination.
The benefits went beyond visibility: maintenance needs were drastically reduced, eliminating replacement costs and allowing technical teams to dedicate their time to other essential services.
In addition, the project was designed with flexibility and circularity in mind. The airport could opt to reuse existing infrastructure or replace it with new models. When needed, luminaires can be returned to Silicon for reuse or recycling, reinforcing the airport’s commitment to sustainability.
Finally, the system incorporates DALI technology, enabling dynamic and personalized lighting control. This allows CWB to adjust light levels in line with flight schedules, ensuring illumination peaks with passenger flow — delivering both energy savings and an enhanced travel experience.
According to ANAC data, CWB ranked as the 11th busiest airport in Brazil last year. But how can an airport maintain such a high level of excellence for millions of passengers? And how can service quality be aligned with sustainability and efficiency?
The answer lies in cutting-edge lighting technology. Proper illumination directly impacts the passenger experience: with the right luminous flux, travelers can easily read signs, markings, and directions, moving through the airport with greater comfort, safety, and autonomy.
At Afonso Pena International Airport, this experience was elevated through a comprehensive lighting renovation carried out in partnership with Silicon in 2017. The project introduced LED technology, which not only provides higher efficiency compared to conventional lamps but also ensures durability, lower operating costs, and greater sustainability.
That same year, CWB was recognized as the best airport in Brazil in the Passenger Satisfaction and Airport Performance Survey, a quarterly study that evaluates the 15 busiest terminals in the country, which together account for 80% of national passenger traffic.
As part of the renovation, high-performance Acrich 156W luminaires were installed in key areas such as the main lobby and check-in hall. This upgrade tripled the lighting levels, resolving frequent complaints from both employees and passengers regarding poor illumination.
The benefits went beyond visibility: maintenance needs were drastically reduced, eliminating replacement costs and allowing technical teams to dedicate their time to other essential services.
In addition, the project was designed with flexibility and circularity in mind. The airport could opt to reuse existing infrastructure or replace it with new models. When needed, luminaires can be returned to Silicon for reuse or recycling, reinforcing the airport’s commitment to sustainability.
Finally, the system incorporates DALI technology, enabling dynamic and personalized lighting control. This allows CWB to adjust light levels in line with flight schedules, ensuring illumination peaks with passenger flow — delivering both energy savings and an enhanced travel experience.
