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Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse

Located at Batangas Port, this light was established around 2019. It emits a white flash every five seconds from a focal height of 25 meters. The structure is a concrete tower, 3 meters high, mounted atop the Philippines Port Authority Building. The geographic range of the light is 14.3 nautical miles. The port site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the numerous cargo ships and passenger ferries that use Batangas Port daily, ensuring their safe navigation within the busy harbor and supporting the Philippines' inter-island network.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
13.7560°
Longitude
121.0429°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Batangas(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F2604.9
NGA No.
14229

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse at night?+
Batangas PPA Building displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tabangoa at 0.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Batangas/Luzon (0.6 NM SSE), Bauan/Batangas (3.6 NM NW), Puerto Galera (16 NM SSW), CALACA (16.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Batangas PPA Building 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.
How can I track vessels near Batangas PPA Building Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Batangas PPA Building 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.