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Tanjung Gebang Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇲🇾Malaya (West Malaysia), MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Gebang Lighthouse

This round concrete tower, built on piles, was first lit in 2015. Standing 28 meters tall, it emits a white flash twice every 7 seconds. The structure, painted white, red, and yellow, is situated a short distance offshore from a headland approximately 15 kilometers south of Banting. The geographic range of its light is 14 nautical miles. Access to the site is limited to boats.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W. period 7s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2015

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F1619
NGA No.
21776

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red and yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: Round concrete tower, on piles

Location

City
Malaya (West Malaysia)
Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
2.6814°
Longitude
101.4830°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Gebang Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Gebang displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Tanjung Gebang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Gebang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sepang, Selangor at 16.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Pulau Indah (18.1 NM NNW), Port Klang (Pelabuhan Klang) (19.6 NM NNW), Northport/Pt Klang (19.8 NM NNW), Nilai (20.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Gebang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Gebang 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 Gebang Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Gebang 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 Gebang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Gebang 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.