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Port terminal Molo di Ponente, Venice

The planning, realisation and positioning of the illumination for the ‘Molo di Ponente’ (West Pier) terminal mark a major step in the development of LED use on high masts. This lighting system, in turn, brings the Port of Venice closer to establishing a sustainable infrastructure. How can LED technology, with all of its advantages, be brought up to the performance level of con-ventional floodlight systems required in an area used to provide professional technical and logistical services? The central challenge was to achieve suitable emission characteristics. While we had already implemented LED light oriented on a longitudinal axis for the illumination of streets in 2010, the 90,000 m2 of the terminal represented a new departure for the industry as a whole in this respect. In order to cast sufficient light ‘into the depths’ of the space, we began making calculations for a new type of lens. A short time later, the result of our work was ready for implementation: the DP 31 lighting unit optimised for the illumination of open spaces and large areas. The area is illuminated during the night-time hours by 2,600 of these lighting units. In the large central processing area, which measures 75,000 m2, they are integrated into 11 ‘T-System’ high masts. The illumination of the port complies with the technical standard for class CE2 lighting under EN 13201, which means higher requirements for light intensity and consistency. The advantages of LED technology in the case of a project of this size are immense: the area is provided with white light, which is subjectively judged to be brighter and displays a higher Colour Rendering Index. That improves visibility on site and makes it easier to work. At the same time, the system uses 80 % less electricity than the solution that was originally envisioned. Being able to precisely direct the light also prevents the emission of light into the nocturnal sky and thus takes account of the strict national guidelines against light pollution.
The salty sea air represents an extremely aggressive environmental influence. By using panel frames made of stainless steel, selecting suitable coatings and treating the surfaces, we ensure that our lighting systems withstand these environmental influences; the materials used thereby ensure the long-term benefits of the system.

Project: MOLO PONENTE - MARITTIMA VENEZIA
Technical planning: TIFS INGEGNERIA, PADOVA
Location: VENICE, ITALY
Client: VENICE PORT AUTHORITY
Realisation: 2010