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Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse

Q Green🇿🇦ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete cylindrical tower stands 11 meters tall and was built in 2009. It is situated at the end of the main breakwater for the Port of Ngqura. The lighthouse features a square platform and rises from a 1-story equipment building. Its green light emits a quick flash every second, visible for 12.7 nautical miles from a focal height of 18 meters. The port itself, a significant containership facility, commenced operations in the same year as the lighthouse's first illumination.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding large container ships into and out of the Port of Ngqura, marking the breakwater's terminus.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Q G
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Significant events: Port of Ngqura opened in 2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Coega(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D6411
NGA No.
32105

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower rising from a square 1-story equipment building and carrying a square platform

Location

Country
🇿🇦South Africa
Region
Eastern Cape
Sea Region
Located at the end of the main breakwater of the Port of Ngqura, a containership port at Coega on the northeast side of Port Elizabeth.
Latitude
-33.8185°
Longitude
25.6936°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ngqura East Breakwater displays the characteristic Q 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 Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORT NGQURA at 0.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Coega (0.9 NM NNW), Gqeberha (8.8 NM SSW), ST FRANCIS BAY (47.3 NM WSW), Kenton-on-Sea (48.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ngqura East 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.
How can I track vessels near Ngqura East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ngqura East 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.