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Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl Red 10s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse

This red skeletal metal tower stands 12 meters tall and is situated on a platform supported by piles. Its focal height is also 12 meters, and it emits a red light with a characteristic of one flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse is located in the Meranti Islands Regency, southeast of Bengkalis Island. It is positioned a short distance west of the Selat Panjang ferry terminal, serving the capital city of the regency. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The light aids navigation for vessels approaching the ferry terminal at Selat Panjang, a key transport hub for the Meranti Islands Regency.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl R 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.2262°
Longitude
102.4947°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lalang Marine Terminal(16.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F1416.
NGA No.
22590

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: red skeletal tower on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl Red 10s. 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 Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lalang Terminal, St at 16.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Sungai Pakning, Sumatra (21.5 NM WNW), Perawang (24.3 NM ESE), Pelabuhan Futong Terminal (25.1 NM SSW), Buatan (48.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse 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 Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse 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 Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kepulauan Meranti (Meranti Islands) Regency Lighthouse 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.