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Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse

Occ R 12s🇬🇶Equatorial Guinea, GQOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse

This metal framework tower, painted red, reaches a height of 34 meters. The focal plane is also situated at 34 meters above the surrounding terrain. The lighthouse emits an occulting red light, providing a signal for mariners. It is equipped with a RACON for identification on both 3 and 10 cm radar bands, transmitting the Morse code for T (–).

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ R 12s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Equatorial Guinea
Country
🇬🇶GQ
Latitude
3.7652°
Longitude
8.7831°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34m
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework tower; 65. RACON T(–) (3 & 10 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D4032
NGA No.
25120
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse at night?+
Punta De La Unidad Africana displays the characteristic Occ R 12s — 1 red flash every 12 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Malabo at 0.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Punta Europa Terminal (4.1 NM WNW), Butuku-Luba (20.5 NM SW), Luba (22.8 NM SW), Limboh Terminal (25 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta De La Unidad Africana 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 Punta De La Unidad Africana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta De La Unidad Africana 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.