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Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse

6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse

Also known as: Belawan Beacon V (Entrance Range Rear)

This square skeletal tower, painted white, stands 15 meters tall with a gallery. Built in 2021, it replaced an earlier offshore light to guide vessels entering Belawan harbor. The focal height of the light is 18 meters, offering a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. It marks a shoal within the port waters, 0.8 kilometers from the nearest land at Belawan, Sumatra. The tower's design ensures safe passage for ships navigating the harbor's complexities.

Why it matters: This light marks the entrance to Belawan, Sumatra's busiest port, important for commercial shipping. It aids vessels in avoiding shoals within the harbor, ensuring safe transit.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
6s
Interval
6s
Raw Code
from front
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2021

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Belawan, Sumatra(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F1362.05
NGA No.
22428

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
3.7967°
Longitude
98.7231°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Belawan, Sumatra at 2.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Pangkalanbuun (35.9 NM WNW), Susu (35.9 NM WNW), Pangkalan Susu, Sumatra (36.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Belawan Beacon V 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 Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse?+
Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Belawan Beacon V Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Belawan Beacon V 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.