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Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse

F Green🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal steel tower stands 101 meters tall, with its light positioned 104 meters above sea level. Located on the north side of the Busan New Port facilities, it guides ships into the harbor basin. The green light emits a single flash. It is situated 1.7 kilometers from the nearest port facilities. The structure is not accessible to the public.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for vessels navigating the precise turn into the Busan New Port harbor basin. Its significant height accommodates the approach of large modern container ships.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
104m
Geographic Range
25.3NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Busan New Port, guiding ships into the harbor basin, located on the north side of the harbor facilities.
Latitude
35.0832°
Longitude
128.8273°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
101m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan New Port(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4351.26
NGA No.
16774.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Busan New Port Range Front displays the characteristic F 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan New Port at 1.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Jinhae (7.5 NM WNW), Gamcheon/Busan (8.5 NM E), Busan (10.3 NM E), Busanjin-Gu (11.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Busan New Port 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 Busan New Port Range Front Lighthouse?+
Busan New Port Range Front 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 Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Busan New Port 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.