Engineering expertise with a global perspective.
From its roots in power electronics
to becoming a leading global player in Airfield Ground Lighting,
OCEM has grown through innovation,
technical expertise and international expansion.
Today, our solutions support more than 1,000 airports across 150+ countries, backed by a team of highly specialised professionals.
Based in Bologna, Italy, and part of Cocchi Technologies, a niche technology holding group focused on high-tech leadership, OCEM Airfield Technology stays close to customers from the first design and installation through every maintenance visit, upgrade, and year of operational support that follows.
Long before GPS existed, our lights were already guiding pilots home.
OCEM Airfield Technology traces its origins to 1917, when Multi Electric was founded in Chicago, and to 1921, when Buini & Grandi was founded in Bologna, Italy. Both companies later became part of the OCEM Airfield Technology Group.
More than 100 years of engineering history have given the company a deep, hands-on understanding of how airfield lighting systems perform under real-world conditions.
Worldwide reach, local touch.
OCEM Airfield Technology operates in more than 150 countries, with installations in over 1,500 civil and military airports. The company runs 5 manufacturing plants, three in Italy, one in France, and one in the United States, alongside sales and technical support offices in Latin America & South East Asia, allowing its 150+ employees to stay close to customers wherever they operate.
This global network means airports everywhere, from small regional strips to major international hubs, can count on the same level of expertise, responsiveness, and long-term support.
LATEST NEWS
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Elevated runway lights stand above the surface on frangible supports, while inset lights are installed into the pavement.
Are Airport Runway Lights LED or Halogen?
Modern airfield lighting increasingly uses LED technology — and for many airports, switching is no longer optional, but a compliance and cost necessity.
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