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Pulau Papan Lighthouse

🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Papan Lighthouse

Pulau Papan Lighthouse is a cylindrical steel tower standing 18 meters tall. Its hexagonal skeletal structure includes a gallery and an enclosed watch room. Established in 1897, the original lighthouse was replaced in 2007 by the current structure. The lighthouse is located on Pulau Papan, an island near Labuan. While visitors can access the site, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of shoals and reefs surrounding Pulau Papan, a hazard on busy shipping routes near Labuan.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
steel

Structure: hexagonal steel skeletal tower with gallery and a round enclosed watch room

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
5.2540°
Longitude
115.2708°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Labuan(2.1 km)
ARLHS No.
EMA-027
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Pulau Papan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Papan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Labuan, Sabah at 2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Menumbok (6.4 NM ENE), Muara (18.1 NM SW), Sipitang, Sabah (19 NM SE), Tanjong Selirong (23.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Papan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Papan 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 Papan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Papan 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.