Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore (AIIAP) was upgraded from a CAT-II airfield to CAT-IIIB due to adverse weather conditions caused by heavy fog during the months of November to January. Prior to the upgrade, flights would routinely be delayed, diverted, or cancelled. These conditions resulted in financial losses for the airlines, airport and affiliated service providers, and a major inconvenience for passengers. IEC installed the latest CAT-IIIB airfield lighting, A-VDGS, ILCMS, Surface Movement Radar and MLATs solution from ADB SAFEGATE to ensure smooth guidance from landing to docking. This was the first successfully installed CAT-IIIB system in Pakistan. With the new system in place, AIIAP was able to increase its flight operation capacity from 5 to 29 flights per hour, reduced delays and diversions due to inclement weather and accept flights from nearby airports in low visibility scenarios. IEC’s technical and project execution capabilities were recognized by both Civil Aviation Authority and ADB SAFEGATE as exemplary.

Naval Air Station, Ormara was a greenfield air base where IEC successfully designed and installed airfield lighting and NAVAID system with associated Mechanical and Civil work. The scope included airfield lighting systems with Monitoring and Control System and control desk, apron lighting construction of sub-station building, Installation of Doppler Very High Frequency Omni Range System &Distance Measuring Equipment (DVOR/DME), Vault Room Equipment, HT/LT power system, fire alarm system and backup diesel generating sets.

IEC was also tasked to conduct the Airport Geodetic survey, and preparation of landing plates.

The successful completion of this project has greatly improved operations at this base during low light and harsh weather conditions.

IEC completed the installation of two new Passenger Boarding bridges at Multan International Airport, bringing the total number of gates to four thus doubling the capacity of the airport. The scope also included Advanced Visual docking Guidance systems (A-VDGS), Ground Power Units and underground service pit systems. These systems allowed the airport operator to increase its efficiency by reducing the aircraft turnaround time by 30% and providing additional services to airlines, resulting in an increase in revenue, by about50%.

As part of a larger strategy, CAA decided to undergo a major expansion and upgradation of Quetta International Airport (QIAP), the largest airport of Baluchistan province, due to its importance in the region.

The project was executed in phases, with focus on extending the capability of the airport by adding 2 new passenger boarding bridges and allied parking stand equipment in the first phase. This included A-VDGS (Advanced Visual Docking Guidance System), 400 Hz ground power units and underground aircraft power supply pits at both domestic and international stands.

The scope of the next phase, currently being executed by IEC, is rehabilitation of the 20-year-old runway and replacement of the existing halogen lights with LED lights, signs and advanced computerized airfield lighting control &monitoring systems. The complete system is backed by no-break diesel driven uninterrupted power system as recommended by ICAO.

In 2007, Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) strategized the expansion and upgradation of various systems at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi(JIAP). IEC commissioned the first of its kind, Hatch and Pop-Up type underground power pits, with Plug & Play type Solid State Ground Power Units and Advanced Visual Docking Guidance Systems (A-VDGS) at this major airport in Pakistan. Prior to this system, the airport authority used AGNIS/PAPA system for Pilot Guidance, a system no longer recommended by ICAO.

This project was executed in phases and included the dismantling and reconstruction of taxiways and aircraft waiting areas at the secondary runway. This involved replacing the existing halogen-based airfield lights to more energy efficient LED based airfield lighting system.

The successful execution of these projects was so monumental for CAA that it decided to upgrade all major airports to the A-VDGS system and LED based lights thereafter.

Supply, Installation, & Commissioning of LED Flood Lights, Power Cables, MV/LT DBs (Distribution Board) with Complete Earthing Systems, resulting enhanced area illumination, and improved Security and Energy Conservation.

Sialkot International Airport is a one of its kind private airports run by business community of Sialkot. The airport has captured large passenger base in a short time due to its strategic location and business-oriented approach of the management. IEC was engaged to support their ambitious plans to expand the capability of runway and allied taxiways to accommodate more aircrafts movements.

IEC installed state of the art LED lightings, induction loops, sensors, guidance signs and individual lamp control & monitoring system which has helped the airport to increase aircraft movements by reducing the time between arrivals & departures.

Pakistan Airforce (PAF) has always remained at the forefront of expanding and maintaining a robust aviation infrastructure. With a vision for enhanced operational capabilities and improved safety measures, PAF has posed their valuable trust on IEC to successfully deliver ambitious expansion projects to upgrade the Airfield lighting systems, and LV/HV infrastructure of its MOB and FOB airports across the country.

IEC has earned this trust and reputation by the virtue of its extensive experience, technical and project management expertise achieved over 20years in the aviation infrastructure development projects domain. This reflects IEC’s commitment to supporting the PAF in keeping pace with technological advancements while fostering a secure and efficient aviation environment.

The construction of rigid runway and installation of CAT-IIIB airfield lighting system project at Mary Airport was awarded to Abu Dhabi based civil construction company. IEC was engaged as premium aviation partner to supply, install, test and commission the CAT-IIIB airfield lighting system in conjunction with its principals THORN Airfield Lighting, UK.

The installation of the latest CAT-IIIB Airfield Lighting System helped the airport in conducting 24/7 flight operations in all weather conditions and enabling the landing & take-off of all wide body aircrafts, eventually increasing the efficiency and revenue of the airport.

The Bahawalpur Airport, located in the South Punjab region, holds significant historical, economic, and strategic importance. It serves as the essential transportation hub for the regional connectivity.

The project for construction of rigid runway and installation CAT-I airfield lighting system project at Bahawalpur Airport was awarded to local civil construction company. IEC was engaged as premium aviation partner to supply, install, test and commission the CAT-I airfield lighting system in conjunction with its principals THORN Airfield Lighting, UK. The installation of CAT-I Airfield Lighting System helped the airport in landing & take-off of all wide & narrow body aircrafts in low visibility conditions, thus increasing the safety and efficiency of the airport.

The Rahim Yar Khan Airport is a regional airport playing a significant role int he economic growth of the region. It attracts investment from the UAE royal family and promotes tourism in the region.

The project for construction of rigid runway and installation CAT-I airfield lighting system project at Rahim Yar Khan Airport was awarded to local civil construction company. IEC was engaged as premium aviation partner to supply, install, test and commission the CAT-I airfield lighting system in conjunction with its principals THORN Airfield Lighting, UK. The installation of CAT-I Airfield Lighting System helped the airport in landing & take-off of all wide & narrow body aircrafts in low visibility conditions, thus increasing the safety and efficiency of the airport.

The Kadanwari Airport is owned and operated by OMV Pakistan a premium oil & gas exploration company. In 2008 they planned to upgrade the runway lighting to CAT-I. IEC was engaged by main civil contractor to supply, install and commission the CAT-I airfield lighting system in conjunction with its principals THORN Airfield Lighting. The installation of CAT-I Airfield Lighting System enhanced the capacity of the airport and now accommodate landing/ taking-off of both wide & narrow body aircrafts in bad visibility conditions.

The Bhit Airport is owned and operated by ENI Pakistan Ltd a. IEC has supplied, installed and commissioned the airfield lighting system to equip the airstrip for night landing and bad visibility conditions.

Since the installation of Airfield Lighting System on Bhit Airport, IEC is providing periodic maintenance and calibration services through Annual Maintenance Contract.

The Bhit Airport is owned and operated by United Energy (formerly BHP Petroleum Pakistan). IEC has supplied, installed, and commissioned the airfield lighting system to equip the airstrip for night landing and in bad visibility conditions.

The Bhit Airport is owned and operated by United Energy (formerly BHP Petroleum Pakistan).. IEC has supplied, installed and commissioned the airfield lighting system to equip the airstrip for night landing and in bad visibility conditions.