India Commercial Airport Lighting Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Product Type, Application, and Region, 2026-2034

India Commercial Airport Lighting Market Overview:

The India commercial airport lighting market size reached USD 23.97 Million in 2025. The market is projected to reach USD 36.34 Million by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.73% during 2026-2034. The market is driven by the government's ambitious airport infrastructure expansion programs under the UDAN scheme, the accelerated adoption of energy-efficient LED lighting technology to achieve sustainability targets, and the integration of smart airport technologies with IoT-enabled lighting automation systems. These transformative developments are collectively expanding the India commercial airport lighting market share.

India Commercial Airport Lighting Market Trends:

Government-Driven Airport Infrastructure Expansion Accelerating Lighting Demand

India's aviation sector is experiencing unprecedented transformation through the government's comprehensive airport development initiatives under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme, which has catalyzed substantial demand for modern commercial airport lighting systems across the country. The Airports Authority of India and private airport operators have demonstrated remarkable progress in infrastructure development, successfully achieving 91 percent of their combined capital expenditure target of Rs 91,000 crore for the period spanning 2019-2020 to 2024-2025 as of November 2024, reflecting robust commitment to aviation infrastructure enhancement. In Union Budget 2025-26 presented in February 2025, the government announced ambitious plans to further expand the UDAN scheme to connect 120 new destinations over the next decade. The scheme encompasses development of both greenfield airports in previously unserved regions and brownfield modernization projects at existing facilities, with particular emphasis on regional connectivity in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities across North India, the Northeast, and other underserved areas. This massive infrastructure expansion directly translates into substantial procurement requirements for airfield ground lighting systems, approach lighting systems, runway edge lights, taxiway guidance systems, and visual aids that ensure safe aircraft operations during all weather conditions. As new airports become operational and existing facilities undergo modernization, airport operators are mandated to install lighting systems that comply with International Civil Aviation Organization standards and Directorate General of Civil Aviation regulations, thereby creating sustained demand for commercial airport lighting solutions throughout the forecast period.

Energy-Efficient LED Technology Adoption Driving Market Transformation

The transition from conventional halogen and incandescent lighting systems to advanced light-emitting diode technology has emerged as a defining characteristic of India's commercial airport lighting market, driven by compelling economic benefits, environmental considerations, and operational advantages that align with national sustainability objectives. In March 2024, the Indian Government inaugurated 15 major airport projects representing a total capital expenditure of INR 98 billion, with these modernization initiatives specifically emphasizing energy conservation and reduction of carbon emissions through systematic replacement of conventional lighting with advanced LED technology at prominent facilities including Delhi, Lucknow, and Pune airports. The superior performance characteristics of LED systems include enhanced luminosity, improved color rendering, instant illumination without warm-up periods, and exceptional durability in harsh environmental conditions including monsoon rains, extreme temperatures, and high humidity levels prevalent across Indian climatic zones. Furthermore, LED lighting technology enables sophisticated control capabilities through integration with automated monitoring systems, allowing dynamic adjustment of light intensity based on ambient conditions, aircraft movement patterns, and operational requirements, thereby optimizing energy utilization while maintaining stringent safety standards. Airport authorities recognize that LED lighting infrastructure represents a strategic long-term investment that delivers favorable return on investment through reduced energy bills, lower maintenance expenses, decreased carbon footprint, and enhanced operational reliability, positioning LED technology as the predominant choice for new installations and retrofit projects throughout India's expanding airport network.

Smart Airport Ecosystem Integration Enhancing Lighting System Intelligence

The India commercial airport lighting market growth is being propelled by the strategic integration of airfield lighting infrastructure within comprehensive smart airport ecosystems that leverage Internet of Things connectivity, artificial intelligence algorithms, and real-time data analytics to optimize operational efficiency, enhance safety protocols, and deliver superior passenger experiences across all airport touchpoints. Modern Indian airports are progressively deploying interconnected sensor networks comprising thousands of IoT devices that continuously monitor and control diverse airport systems including lighting, HVAC, baggage handling, security surveillance, and passenger flow management through centralized Building Management Systems and Airport Operations Control Centers. In October 2024, Schneider Electric established a strategic partnership with Noida International Airport to implement advanced Electrical SCADA systems, Building Management Systems, and IoT-based energy dashboards that provide real-time monitoring and intelligent control of lighting infrastructure alongside other critical airport operations, enabling data-driven optimization of power consumption, predictive maintenance scheduling, and automated fault detection capabilities. These intelligent lighting solutions employ adaptive control algorithms that dynamically adjust illumination intensity based on ambient visibility conditions, weather patterns including fog and heavy rain, time of day, and aircraft movement density, ensuring optimal visibility for pilots while maximizing energy conservation during periods of reduced operational activity. The convergence of airport lighting systems with centralized smart airport platforms enables comprehensive performance monitoring through collection and analysis of operational data including energy consumption patterns, lamp failure rates, maintenance intervals, and system response times, facilitating evidence-based decision-making for infrastructure optimization, capacity planning, and investment prioritization. The integration of lighting systems within intelligent airport ecosystems signifies a fundamental shift from reactive maintenance approaches to proactive, predictive management strategies that improve operational resilience, lower lifecycle costs, and put India's aviation infrastructure at the forefront of global technological advancement as Indian airports embrace digital transformation initiatives in line with the government's Smart Cities Mission and Digital India program.

India Commercial Airport Lighting Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2026-2034. Our report has categorized the market based on product type and application.

Product Type Insights:

• LED Lighting
• Non-LED Lighting

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes LED lighting and non-LED lighting.

Application Insights:

• Landside
• Airside
  • Runway Lighting
  • Taxiway Lighting
  • Approach Lighting
  • Obstruction and Beacon Lighting
  • Others
• Terminal Side

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes landside, airside (runway lighting, taxiway lighting, approach lighting, obstruction and beacon lighting, and others), and terminal side.

Regional Insights:

• North India
• South India
• East India
• West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Commercial Airport Lighting Market News:

• October 2024: Honeywell Automation India Limited secured a contract to provide its advanced Airfield Ground Lighting system for Noida International Airport. The intelligent lighting technology automatically switches lights based on aircraft surveillance data shared with air traffic control towers, enhancing pilot situational awareness and streamlining ground taxi operations during adverse weather conditions.
• October 2024: Schneider Electric partnered with Noida International Airport to implement advanced Electrical SCADA, Building Management Systems, and Advanced Distribution Management Systems. The partnership introduced IoT-based energy dashboards that monitor HVAC, lighting, baggage handling, and power systems, enhancing sustainability and operational efficiency through centralized intelligent control.
• February 2023: Adani Group, working through EPC Contractor Larsen & Toubro, partnered with ADB SAFEGATE to implement Airfield 4.0 technology at Navi Mumbai International Airport. The collaboration focused on deploying advanced airfield lighting systems as part of the first construction phase completed by end of 2024, designed to serve 20 million passengers annually with two runways and three lotus-shaped terminals.

India Commercial Airport Lighting Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India commercial airport lighting market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India commercial airport lighting market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the India commercial airport lighting market on the basis of application?
• What is the breakup of the India commercial airport lighting market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India commercial airport lighting market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India commercial airport lighting market?
• What is the structure of the India commercial airport lighting market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India commercial airport lighting market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC's industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India commercial airport lighting market from 2020-2034.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India commercial airport lighting market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India commercial airport lighting industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.