Experience – Integrating ADLS

Integrating ADLS
in German Offshore
Wind Farms

In 2018, Germany passed a law requiring Aircraft Detection Lighting Systems (ADLS) for all onshore wind farms and certain offshore zones. This affected 19 offshore wind farms, necessitating compliance with the new regulations.

Challenges

The affected wind farms had a wide variety of installed lighting technologies, spanning multiple generations with different capabilities. Upgrading to ADLS while maintaining system integrity was a complex challenge.

Our Approach

As a company involved in the design and supply of the lighting systems of most of these wind farms, we leveraged our expertise to:

Conduct in-depth site analyses for each wind farm
Assess existing lighting systems and their upgrade potential
Develop customized ADLS integration plans for each project

The Outcome

Cost-effective upgrades tailored to each site
Maximum reuse of existing infrastructure
Seamless integration of ADLS, ensuring compliance

By collaborating closely with our customers, we made the transition smooth, efficient, and cost-effective, keeping offshore wind farms compliant while minimizing disruption.

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