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Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse

Iso white 4s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 14 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. It is painted with horizontal red and white bands. The structure serves as a leading light, guiding vessels navigating the Perai River. Its geographic range is 11.9 nautical miles. The light emits a white, red, or green signal on an isophase cycle.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for ships entering the Perai River docks and aids navigation for vessels approaching the Butterworth port area. Its function as a leading light is indispensable for safe passage through this busy shipping channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso white 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso.W.R.G
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾Malaysia
Region
Penang
Latitude
5.3870°
Longitude
100.3751°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Butterworth(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F1519.5
NGA No.
22034
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Seberang Perai City Lighthouses displays the characteristic Iso 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 Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Perai at 0.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Perai (0.5 NM ESE), Butterworth (0.9 NM NNE), Penang (Georgetown) (1.9 NM WNW), Jelutong (3.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seberang Perai City Lighthouses 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 Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Seberang Perai City Lighthouses 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 Seberang Perai City Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seberang Perai City Lighthouses 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.