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Ajos Range Front Lighthouse

Iso Yellow 2s🇫🇮Kemi, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ajos Range Front Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower, 20 meters tall, is located at the end of a quay in Kemi's Ajos harbor. It features a square cylindrical structure supporting a large rectangular daymark, painted red with a yellow vertical stripe. The light emits an isophase yellow signal every 2 seconds. Its focal height reaches 22 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. This operational range front light aligns with a rear light to guide vessels into the port.

Why it matters: This range front light is indispensable for guiding commercial vessels into Kemi's Ajos harbor, ensuring safe passage through the northern Gulf of Bothnia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Yellow 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso Y 2s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

City
Kemi
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Lapland
Sea Region
Kemi's Ajos harbor, at the end of a quay
Latitude
65.6657°
Longitude
24.5202°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a yellow vertical stripe (daymark)
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Veitsiluoto(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C4084
NGA No.
18892
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ajos Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Ajos Range Front displays the characteristic Iso Yellow 2s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ajos Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ajos Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ajos at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Veitsiluoto (2.8 NM ENE), Kemi/Tornio (Kemi/Torneå) (4 NM NNE), MAKSNIEMI (5.3 NM ESE), SIMONIEMI (9.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ajos Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ajos Range Front Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Ajos Range Front Lighthouse?+
Ajos Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ajos Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ajos Range Front Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.