Reduce Delays at Airports and Ports
The Challenge
Constantly changing visitor numbers mean that traffic managers at ports and airports require dynamic solutions to enable them to give up to date instructions to drivers and pedestrians, guiding them safely along the right routes at the right speeds to the right places, in response to ever evolving contingencies.
Longer term market developments mean that these organisations often undertake complex site development projects, many involving temporary roadworks. Each presents managers with the challenge of keeping traffic flowing smoothly and safely, always ensuring a positive user experience.
As well as being compact and highly portable, all solutions have to be sustainable, in line with the industry’s ongoing quest to reduce their carbon footprint.
The Solution
At SRL, we partner closely with airport and port teams to provide portable, solar-powered variable message signs (VMS) as part of our intelligent transport systems (ITS) hire solutions. These signs act as adaptable digital communication points, giving operations teams the flexibility they need in fast-changing environments.
Our Large High-Speed Smart Messenger and Medium Smart Messenger models use high-resolution LED displays with patented colour-mixing lenses to maintain clear, glare-free messaging from every angle, even in direct sunlight. Powered mainly by solar energy with a battery backup, these units deliver low energy use year-round.
Both models also include electric height adjustment, 360° rotation, and telescopic stabilising legs, making them ideal for airports or ports that require mobile VMS traffic signs that can be relocated as layouts and conditions change.
With multi-network 3G/4G connectivity, messages remain live and responsive, while integrated radar technology provides speed detection and driver feedback to encourage safe movement across airport and port sites.
All signs are controlled remotely using Zephyr, allowing operations teams to update content instantly to respond to changing traffic conditions, safety alerts, or operational requirements.
We can help ensure your project runs safely, efficiently and sustainably.
VMS Application for Airports & Ports
SRL’s VMS solutions have been deployed at airports and ports to streamline both traffic management and public communication. These portable variable message signs can be positioned on approach roads, at terminal entrances, within car parks, or along freight lanes to guide drivers, passengers, and staff.
Airports and ports use SRL’s VMS to:
- Direct vehicles through drop-off zones, parking areas, and freight lanes for smooth flows even during peak periods.
- Display a range of content from welcome messages to live journey updates.
- Provide radar-based driver feedback to maintain safe speeds across the site.
- With live journey time displays, programmable content, and radar speed detection, our VMS delivers professional-grade communication akin to permanent motorway systems but with the mobility and flexibility required for dynamic airport and port environments.
Products Designed for Airports and Ports
Supporting Your VMS Operations
SRL offers both long-term supply and flexible hire options, making it easy for airports and ports teams to access the equipment they need. May customers choose to hire VMS signs to support short-term works, emergency events, or seasonal activity.
Our fleet includes over 300 Smart Messenger VMS, 100 High-Speed VMS, and 85 portable units, meaning we can scale from a single deployment to a full site-wide rollout. With the support of our Fassi F305-equipped lorry loader, units can be positioned quickly, safely, and with minimal disruption.
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