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Sultan Shoal Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 15s🇸🇬Singapore, SGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sultan Shoal Lighthouse

This white, round tower stands 18 meters tall, with its light positioned 20 meters above sea level. Built in 1895, it replaced an earlier beacon. The structure consists of the tower atop a two-story dwelling. A radar reflector is also present. The lighthouse emits a white flash with a geographic range of 15 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was constructed in 1895 to supersede a prior beacon.

Background
The Sultan Shoal Lighthouse (Chinese: 苏丹浅滩灯塔; Malay: Rumah Api Sultan Shoal; Tamil: சுல்தான் ஷோல் கலங்கரை விளக்கம்) was built in 1895 during the time when the late Commander Charles Quentin Gregan Craufurd (from the Royal Navy) was the Master Attendant (equivalent to the present day Port Master) of Singapore. It was built to replace the beacon previously established there.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1895

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1684
NGA No.
F 1684
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7636742 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White round tower, on two- story dwelling; 68. AIS (MMSI No 005631144). Radar reflector

Location

City
Singapore
Country
🇸🇬SG
Latitude
1.2395°
Longitude
103.6478°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sultan Shoal Lighthouse at night?+
Sultan Shoal displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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.
Which ports and harbors does Sultan Shoal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sultan Shoal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pulau Ayer Chawan at 3.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Tuas (4.6 NM N), Singapore Container Terminal (5.8 NM ENE), Jurong (6.4 NM NNE), Singapore (6.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sultan Shoal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sultan Shoal 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 Sultan Shoal Lighthouse?+
Sultan Shoal 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 Sultan Shoal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sultan Shoal 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.