Chongqing Longxing
Client
China Construction 8th Engineering Division Corporation
Project location
Chongqing, China
Project date
2022
Elevating Stadium Lighting to FIFA Standards
The Chongqing Longxing Football Stadium, originally designed for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, is one of China’s largest stadiums, built to host world-class sporting events. Thorn Lighting collaborated with China Construction 8th Engineering Division Corporation from the early stages of the project to deliver a state-of-the-art lighting solution that meets FIFA Lighting Standard A and AFC Lighting Category 1. The goal was to ensure exceptional lighting performance for live broadcasts while minimising glare for athletes.
Cutting-Edge Lighting Solution for Maximum Performance
Thorn installed more than 400 Champion floodlights, ensuring uniform and flicker-free illumination for high-definition TV broadcasts. These luminaires were strategically placed inside and outside the tracks, avoiding glare zones while maintaining a continuous and evenly distributed lighting effect. The precision in luminaire placement and aiming angle adjustments significantly reduced glare levels, surpassing FIFA and JGJ153-2016 standards.
Superior Product Benefits for High-Definition Broadcasting
Champion floodlights were selected for their outstanding technical attributes, including a high color rendering index (CRI) of up to 90 and a color temperature of 5700K. With a Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI) of up to 90 and a flicker index of less than 1%, these luminaires provide unmatched visual clarity for both athletes and TV audiences. The project stands as a benchmark in stadium lighting, setting a new standard for future sports venues in China and beyond.
"Champion floodlights have set a new benchmark in stadium lighting, delivering exceptional clarity, reduced glare, and world-class broadcast quality. Thanks to this cutting-edge solution, Chongqing Longxing Stadium now meets FIFA and AFC standards, ensuring an unparalleled experience for athletes, spectators, and TV audiences alike."
Luke Zhang, Project Manager, Thorn Lighting