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Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 2.5s🇦🇪AEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical metal tower, 10 meters tall, stands on the Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater. The structure features red and white horizontal bands and exhibits a red light. This light flashes once every 2.5 seconds. The focal height of the light is 12 meters, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. This lighthouse is located 0.3 kilometers from the nearest port and serves the Fujairah Oil Terminal.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering the Fujairah Oil Terminal, a significant facility for oil and gas exports, by providing a red flash every 2.5 seconds to aid navigation in this industrial zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl R 2.5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇦🇪AE
Latitude
25.1860°
Longitude
56.3765°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: round metal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fujairah(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
D7329.5
NGA No.
28574
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 2.5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Al Fujayrah at 1.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Khor al Fakkan (10.3 NM N), Kalba (10.3 NM S), Dibba (26 NM N), Shinas (27.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater 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 Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fujairah Oil Terminal 2 South Breakwater 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.