A COMPANY which specialises in lighting technology has been selected to work on a new jet fighter programme for the south Korean and Indonesian airforce.

The Ulverston-based Oxley Group says its has secured its position as leading the global market in aerospace LED lighting after being selected by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to develop the full external lighting system on the new KF-X and IF-X Fighter Aircraft program.

The KF-X / IF-X is a South Korean and Indonesian program to develop a single or twin seat advanced multi-role fighter for the Republic of Korea Air Force and Indonesian Air Force.

Oxley Technical Director, Darren Cavan said: "The comprehensive technical development process will cover design, prototyping, testing and manufacture. "This will be completed by a dedicated Oxley project team of mechanical, optical, electronics and software engineers at the company's Priory Park site in Ulverston. As part of the development, smart technology will be integrated into the lights."

Martin Blakstad, Oxley Group CEO added: "The Oxley team has been working closely with the team at KAI and this has created a strong relationship between the two companies,.

"The Oxley team is enthusiastic about working on this ground breaking programme. To be part of a prestigious advanced technological platform such as this is confirmation of our world leading position in the provision of high performance lighting for military aircraft and we look forward to deepening our relationship with such a major manufacturer as KAI."