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Pulau Mataking Lighthouse

Fl W 20s🇲🇾Sarawak, Labuan, and Sabah (East Malaysia), MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Mataking Lighthouse

This white steel framework tower stands 79 meters tall, with a focal height of 27 meters. Its light emits a white flash on a 20-second cycle. The structure is square, built in 1961, and is operational. Vessels can expect a geographic range of 15 nautical miles from this lighthouse. The tower was temporarily destroyed at some point after its initial construction.

Why it matters: The light guides vessels in the Alice Passage around the end of the Semporna peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1961

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1991.6
NGA No.
24684
ARLHS No.
EMA-004
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
79m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: White metal framework tower; 79. AIS (MMSI No 005331910). Temporarily destroyed

Location

City
Sarawak, Labuan, and Sabah (East Malaysia)
Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
4.5771°
Longitude
118.9481°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Mataking Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Mataking displays the characteristic Fl W 20s — 1 white flash every 20 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Pulau Mataking Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Mataking Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Labuan Haji at 19.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Sabahat (29.8 NM N), SAHABAT (30.6 NM NNE), Bakapit (31.3 NM NW), Kunak, Sabah (42.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Mataking Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Mataking 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 Pulau Mataking Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Mataking 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.