Corinto Port, Nicaragua High Mast Installation
CU Phosco is currently working on a high mast lighting installation as part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua’s principal Pacific coast port.
The project forms part of a wider programme to increase capacity, improve operational efficiency and strengthen the port’s role within Central America’s growing logistics network. With new berths being constructed on reclaimed land, the operational footprint of the port is expanding significantly, placing new demands on critical infrastructure, including lighting.
To meet these requirements, CU Phosco has been working closely with the construction consortium, Consorcio MAG Corinto, from the early stages of the project to develop a lighting solution aligned with the scale and operational needs of a modern international port.
The scheme includes the design and supply of 19 x 25-metre raise and lower high masts, equipped with 151 FL820-1 LED floodlights. A full lighting design has been undertaken to achieve an average of 50 lux with a minimum uniformity of 0.40 across operational areas, in line with international standards for port environments.
The FL820 floodlights have been selected for their ability to deliver high output with optimal efficiency, making them well suited to large-scale applications such as container handling areas and berths. Their optical performance supports controlled light distribution with low glare, helping to maintain visibility and safety for operators working across busy port zones. In addition, their long-life performance and high efficacy contribute to reduced energy consumption and lower maintenance requirements over time.
The luminaires are UL accredited and designed to operate across a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in challenging coastal conditions. Combined with CU Phosco’s raise and lower high mast system, which allows luminaires to be installed and maintained safely at ground level, the solution is designed to provide a practical and efficient approach to long-term port lighting.
CU Phosco has also provided on-site installation assistance, with specialist personnel supporting the local contractor to ensure correct assembly and alignment of the system as works progress.
Once complete, the lighting installation is expected to provide consistent, high-quality illumination across the expanded port area, enabling safe, efficient 24-hour operations as Puerto Corinto continues to develop as a key regional hub.
Alvin Brown, Consorcio MAG Corinto, commented:
“The expansion of Puerto Corinto requires a lighting solution that can match the scale and operational demands of a modern port. CU Phosco has worked closely with the project team to deliver a system that meets the required lighting standards while remaining practical to install and maintain. Having CU Phosco personnel assisting with the installation has been a great help.”