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Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse

Also known as: Gosong-Gosong Bunga (Bunga Banks)

This fiberglass tower stands 17 meters tall and is painted black with a red horizontal band. It is mounted on a platform supported by piles, a design suited for its location directly on the Gosong-Gosong Bunga shoal. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 12.4 nautical miles. It is situated on the south side of the main channel within the Strait of Malacca. The nearest port is Belawan, Sumatra, located 21.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the Gosong-Gosong Bunga shoal, a submerged hazard in the Strait of Malacca, guiding safe passage in a major shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
3.7768°
Longitude
99.0696°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
black and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower, colored black with a red horizontal band and mounted on a platform supported by piles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Belawan, Sumatra(21.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F1374
NGA No.
22450
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse at night?+
Gosong-Gosong Bunga 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 Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Belawan, Sumatra at 22.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Kualatanjung (33.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gosong-Gosong Bunga 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 Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse?+
Gosong-Gosong Bunga 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 Gosong-Gosong Bunga Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gosong-Gosong Bunga 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.