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Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse

Q white 10s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse

Also known as: Kuala Sepang Besar (Sepang Inner)

This skeletal white tower stands 19 meters tall and sits on a square platform supported by piles. Its focal height is also 19 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The light emits a quick flashing white signal, with a characteristic of one flash every second. It is located offshore near a large coal-fired power plant, approximately 0.6 kilometers from Sepang, Selangor. Access to this operational lighthouse is by boat only.

Why it matters: The lighthouse assists vessels navigating near the coastal power plant, helping them maintain position and avoid hazards in this industrially active area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q white 10s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
white
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Q.W. 62
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
2.5831°
Longitude
101.7136°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white, mounted on a square platform supported by piles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sepang, Selangor(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F1620
NGA No.
21772
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse at night?+
Kuala Sepang Besar displays the characteristic Q white 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Dickson at 6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sepang, Selangor (7.4 NM NNE), Nilai (15 NM NNE), Sungai Udang (29.9 NM SE), Sungai Way (30.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kuala Sepang Besar 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 Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse?+
Kuala Sepang Besar 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 Kuala Sepang Besar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kuala Sepang Besar 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.