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Tanjung Priok Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇩North Jakarta, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Priok Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Priok (Tipar) Inner Harbor

This square skeletal tower, built of steel in 2013, stands 40 meters tall and is painted white. It is situated atop a multistory building at a focal height of 46 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 18.1 nautical miles. Its design is modern, differing from many older lighthouses. It is located in North Jakarta, Indonesia, close to the port it serves.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding ships through the congested waters approaching Tanjung Priok, Indonesia's busiest port, supporting the safe passage of countless cargo and passenger vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Priok(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1073.5
NGA No.
23428

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square white skeletal tower atop a multistory building

Location

City
North Jakarta
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Latitude
-6.0965°
Longitude
106.8820°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Priok Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Priok displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Tanjung Priok Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Priok Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Olah Jasa Andal/Jakarta at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Port Segoro Fajar Satryo/Jakarta (0.2 NM SSE), Jakarta UTC1 (0.2 NM SSE), Jakarta UTC3 (0.2 NM SSE), Tanjung Priok (0.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Priok Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Priok 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 Tanjung Priok Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Priok 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.