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Sabak Lighthouse

Fl white 4s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sabak Lighthouse

Also known as: #Sabak (Sungai Kelantan Approach)

Sabak Lighthouse was a white skeletal steel tower standing 15 meters tall and 18 meters above sea level. Located offshore northwest of the Pantai Senok entrance in Malaysia, it emitted a white flash. The structure has been inactive since at least 2022 and has since been removed. The site was only reachable by boat, and while the area may have been accessible, the tower itself was not open to the public. No images of the lighthouse exist.

Why it matters: The lighthouse once served as a navigational aid for vessels approaching the Pantai Senok entrance, helping to guide ships in the offshore waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl white 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Significant events: inactive since 2022, removed

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: white skeletal tower

Location

Country
🇲🇾Malaysia
Sea Region
offshore northwest of the Pantai Senok entrance, Malaysia
Latitude
6.1785°
Longitude
102.3259°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kuala Terengganu(70.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F2890
NGA No.
20932
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sabak Lighthouse at night?+
Sabak displays the characteristic Fl white 4s. 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 Sabak Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sabak Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tak Bai Customs House at 17 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kuala Besut (25.2 NM SE), Bangnara (33.1 NM WNW), Narathiwat (33.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sabak Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sabak 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 Sabak Lighthouse?+
Sabak 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 Sabak Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sabak 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.