Real time Remote Monitoring of Utility and Generator Power Supply at Major Power Stations at GBIACAO

Project Overview

Gautam Buddha International Airport Civil Aviation Office (GBIACAO) consists of several outside power stations other than the main power house. The basic power supply framework at GBIACAO is 11 kV. 11 kV power supply is supplied throughout all of the major power supply stations via underground supply  framework.  Some  of  the  major  power  supply  stations  at  GBIACAO  are  named  as  VOR station, glide path station, localizer station, CFR station 1, CFR station 2, sewage treatment plant station,  overhead  water  supply  tank station  near  quarter area,  cargo  station,  etc.  It  is  required  to acquire  optimum  Real  time  utility  and  generator  power  supply  information  from  five  of  these stations namely VOR station, glide path station, localizer station, CFR station 1 and overhead water supply tank station near quarter area; located at different areas within the airport premises.

Objectives

The project was designed to achieve the following goals:

• To establish real-time monitoring of utility and generator power systems.

• To improve operational visibility of electrical infrastructure at major power stations.

• To support timely identification of power supply interruptions and system status.

• To strengthen monitoring efficiency within airport electrical operations.

Key Deliverables

The following systems, instruments, and tools were supplied, installed, and commissioned as part of the project:

• Comprehensive survey of existing power supply systems.

• Supply and delivery of PLC modules, multifunction meters, generator controllers, Ethernet switches, 4G modems, VPN routers, optical fiber and CAT6 cables, monitoring software, server and display units, and other required equipment.

• Installation of real-time monitoring systems at VOR station, glide path station, localizer station, CFR station 1, and overhead water supply tank station near the quarters.

• Construction, cable laying, civil works, and earthing for complete commissioning.

• Integration of hardware and software for a single-line mimic diagram on HMI displays.

• Testing, commissioning, and training of personnel for operational readiness.

Challenges

The project involved the following procurement and process-related challenges:

• Integration of monitoring systems across multiple power stations within an active airport environment.

• Coordination of installation activities while maintaining uninterrupted operational services.

• Compliance with technical specifications and procurement requirements under the NCB process.

Solution

The following structured approaches and methodologies were adopted to address the identified challenges:

• The project implemented a centralized remote monitoring approach for utility and generator power systems. 

• Required monitoring equipment, electrical integration components, and associated services were supplied and configured in accordance with the technical specifications defined in the bidding document. 

• System integration supported continuous monitoring and operational reporting capabilities. 

Impact

The establishment of the Real time Remote Monitoring of Utility and Generator Power Supply has delivered tangible and lasting improvements to GBIACAO’s operational capabilities:

• Improved visibility of power supply operations across major stations.

• Enhanced monitoring efficiency for utility and generator systems.

• Supported quicker identification of operational power issues.

• Contributed to improved operational management of airport electrical infrastructure.

Conclusion

The project demonstrated capability in delivering electrical monitoring and infrastructure integration solutions within critical operational facilities. The engagement reflected experience in executing technically compliant monitoring systems for institutional and aviation-sector environments.