Alishan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alishan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 52.9 N,123 54.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.881667
  • Longitude: 123.915000
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALISHAN
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 92.7 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3402
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 22, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2700/75 18.1.88 H2700/75 18.1.88 SANK IN 255242N, 1235500E. (LL 24.12.87). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1986 BY TOKUSHIMA ZOSEN SANGYO KK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ENGI SHIPPING SA. PASSAGE IWAKUNI FOR TAIWAN. TOOK ON SERIOUS LIST WHEN CARGO SHIFTED, LATER CAPSIZED AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL & MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ALISHAN wreck located?

The ALISHAN wreck is located at coordinates 25 52.9 N,123 54.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALISHAN?

The seabed around the ALISHAN lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the ALISHAN sink?

The ALISHAN sank on Dec 22, 1987.

When was the wreck of the ALISHAN discovered?

The wreck of the ALISHAN was discovered in 1987.

What country did the ALISHAN belong to?

The ALISHAN belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ALISHAN carrying?

The ALISHAN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ALISHAN?

The ALISHAN had a tonnage of 3402 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALISHAN?

The ALISHAN is classified as a carrier.

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