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Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse

🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Bakau B (Range Rear)

Tanjung Bakau B is a skeletal tower painted white, standing 28 meters tall with its focal plane at 29 meters. This active navigational aid has a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. It is situated on the south side of a waterway leading to Bengkalis. The lighthouse operates in conjunction with the Range Rear C light, forming part of a range system. It is located 18.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Sungai Guntung.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for vessels approaching Bengkalis, providing an inbound range that ensures safe passage through the strait. Its role in a range system highlights its precise navigational function for mariners.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.5351°
Longitude
101.9085°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sungai Guntung(18.2 km)
ARLHS No.
IDO-292
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sungai Pakning, Sumatra at 18.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Lalang Terminal, St (28 NM SE), Dumai, Sumatra (29.5 NM WNW), Sungai Udang (44.2 NM NNE), MELAKA (44.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Bakau B 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 Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Bakau B 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 Tanjung Bakau B Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Bakau B 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.