BrightPortal Celebrates 17 Year Milestone

BrightPortal Resources is celebrating its 17th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in their journey to provide innovative solar-powered lighting solutions for taxiways, runways, and heliports.

“For 17 years, we have been a trusted partner for airports and heliports, delivering cost-effective solutions that enhance safety and efficiency,” said Tim Cowsert, with BrightPortal. “We offer a turnkey project experience, from design and layout to installation.”

As the company looks to the future, they remain committed to their mission of providing high-quality, reliable, and sustainable lighting solutions that meet the evolving needs of the aviation industry.

“With a proven track record of successful projects, we continue to innovate and improve our services, ensuring that our customers receive the best possible solutions for their lighting needs,” noted Patti Cowsert, President of BrightPortal.

Kim Stevens

Kim Stevens is the publisher of State Aviation Journal, which he founded in 2009. A longtime commercial-rated pilot, he was introduced to state aviation in 1992 as Director of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics, later serving as Deputy Division Director for the Arizona Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. From 2013 to 2018, he was Director of Communications and Operations for the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) in Washington, D.C. Relocating to North Carolina, Kim worked for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport for two years and now concentrates solely on the Journal. Prior to his aviation career, Kim spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine business.