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Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green🇰🇷Changwon-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse

Also known as: Busan New Port Exit (Leading) (?)

Built in 2019, this steel mast structure measures 36 meters in height, with the light positioned at 40 meters above sea level. Located at the western edge of Busan Sin Hang, it serves as a marker for vessels exiting Busan New Port. The light emits a continuous white, red, or green beam, with color changes denoting specific directions. This aid has a geographic reach of 17.1 nautical miles. Despite being omitted from the Korean registry in 2019, it continues to function.

Why it matters: This navigational marker assists vessels leaving Busan New Port, offering directional cues through its varied light colors. Its inclusion on international charts confirms its ongoing relevance for maritime navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Raw Code
F W, F R, F G
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

Significant events: removed from Korean list in 2019

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan New Port(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4351.12.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
mast
Material
steel

Structure: robust steel mast

Location

City
Changwon-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
west end of Busan Sin Hang, leading ships departing the harbor
Latitude
35.0744°
Longitude
128.7682°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse at night?+
Busan New Port Exit displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan New Port at 1.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Jinhae (5.2 NM NW), Masan (10.8 NM NW), Gamcheon/Busan (11.4 NM E), Okpo/Geoje (11.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Busan New Port Exit 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 Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse?+
Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Busan New Port Exit Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Busan New Port Exit 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.