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Pulau Setindan Lighthouse

Fl White 11s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Setindan Lighthouse

Also known as: Pulau Setindan (Stindan)

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands on a square concrete base. The 8-meter tower is painted white and reaches a focal height of 9 meters. It emits a single white flash every 11 seconds, with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on the southeastern tip of Setindan island, near the entrance to Mersing's harbor. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering Mersing's harbor and warns them of the landmass of Setindan island, ensuring safe passage into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 11s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
11s
Raw Code
Fl W 11s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
2.4754°
Longitude
103.8541°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pulau Tioman(26.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F2836
NGA No.
21164

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower standing on a square concrete base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Setindan Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Setindan displays the characteristic Fl White 11s. 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 Pulau Setindan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Setindan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Bandar Tenggara at 39.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Nenasi (46.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Setindan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Setindan 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 Pulau Setindan Lighthouse?+
Pulau Setindan 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 Pulau Setindan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Setindan 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.