Illuminex will supply a range of energy efficient lighting, and lighting management systems, throughout the airport, including the main concourse areas and both the old and new terminal buildings. The products are expected to save over 45% of energy currently used to light the airport buildings, reducing carbon emissions from circa 1,350 tonnes to circa 700 tonnes per annum. Due to the huge energy savings that Illuminex’s systems provide, the majority of the airport’s capital investment is expected to be recovered within three years. Bristol airport has a major presence in the South West and is used by major national carriers, low-cost operators and tour operators alike. The airport is undergoing a major expansion project and as part of this, reviewed its energy costs and emissions and selected Illuminex as the best solution to assist them.

Eruma Chief Executive Wayne Money said, “This is exactly the type of contract we have been targeting, which is a result of our own sales and marketing activities as well as an increasing awareness by organisations that saving energy can also equate to good cost savings.

“The fact that Illuminex’s lighting systems can recover their installation costs within such a tight period gives us an extremely valid sales case to our customers, as proved by this major contract win. Further to the quick recovery of costs, our customers are often eligible for funding through the Carbon Trust or Salix, both Government-backed schemes that provide capital for energy saving measures. The cost of this funding is quickly covered by the savings made in reducing carbon emissions, normally resulting in a cash positive situation once the project is paid back.”