Navigation lights are vital for ensuring safe navigation, especially between sunset and sunrise or in poor visibility conditions. They help in identifying the position and direction of vessels to prevent collisions.
- Sidelights:
- Red and Green Lights: Indicate the port (left) and starboard (right) sides of the vessel. These lights help identify the direction a vessel is moving.
- Sternlight:
- White Light: Visible from behind, indicating the vessel’s stern.
- Masthead Light:
- White Light: Shines forward and to the sides, required on power-driven vessels.
- All-Round White Light:
- Used in smaller vessels under 39.4 feet for maximum visibility and also serves as an anchor light when sidelights are off.
- Diving Lights:
- Special configuration for areas with divers, usually a red-white-red sequence of lights, indicating diving activities.
Navigation Lights at Anchor: Vessels anchored outside designated areas must display anchor lights to be visible to other vessels.
Amazon Ship Supplies’ Role: Amazon Ship Supplies offers a range of navigation lights and support services, including:
- Product Selection: Offering a variety of navigation lights to suit different vessel types and sizes.
- Consultation: Providing expert advice on the correct type and installation of navigation lights.
- Compliance Support: Ensuring your navigation lights meet international maritime safety standards.