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Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse

Iso Green 2s🇨🇳Nanshan District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical fiberglass tower, measuring 13 meters in height, was built and first lit in 2008. It features a distinctive red vertical stripe and a red triangle at its apex, mounted on a square platform. The lighthouse emits an isophase green light every 2 seconds from a focal height of 14 meters. Its geographic range extends to 11.6 nautical miles. Located in the Nanshan District, it stands across Shēnzhèn Bay from Hong Kong, near the Shékǒu waterfront. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This navigational aid is indispensable for guiding ships through the Shékǒu New Channel, a critical artery for trade and commerce in Shēnzhèn Bay. Its precise green light ensures safe navigation for the numerous cargo and passenger vessels transiting between the Shékǒu waterfront and the broader South China Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso G 2s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe and a red triangle at the top
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square cylindrical fiberglass tower, white with a red vertical stripe and an red triangle at the top, mounted on a square paltform

Location

City
Nanshan District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
off the Shékǒu waterfront, across Shēnzhèn Bay from Hong Kong
Latitude
22.4794°
Longitude
113.9097°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shekou(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3457.4
NGA No.
19762
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Shékǒu New Channel Range Front displays the characteristic Iso Green 2s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shekou Pt at 0.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Chiwan Pt (1.8 NM WSW), Shenzhen Pt (1.9 NM NW), Mawan Pt (2.3 NM SW), Hekou (2.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shékǒu New Channel Range Front 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 Shékǒu New Channel Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shékǒu New Channel Range Front 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.