Baleno 9 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Baleno 9 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 31.315 N,121 7.884 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.521917
  • Longitude: 121.131400
Water Depth 135 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BALENO 9
Type ferry
Flag PH
Tonnage 199
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 26, 2009
Original Detection Year 2010
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Feb 25, 2016

Surveying Details

21.1.10 SANK IN 1331.4N, 12107.8E . (LLOYDS CASUALTY WEEK DTD 8.1.10). NCA. SEP 2010/000012852 25.1.10 INS SYMBOL OF SUNKEN WK IN 1331.40N, 12107.80E [UND]. (PHILPPINES NM 12/266/09). POSN ASSUMED [LUZ] (DATUM OF PHIL 4214). INS AS NDW. BR STD. SEP 2015/000280420 25.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON USA (NGA) 91300 [4TH ED, COR 19.12.15]. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CALAPAN, ORIENTAL MINDORO PROVINCE, FOR BATANGAS. BATTERED BY LARGE WAVES, LISTED, TOOK ON WATER AT THE BOW RAMP AND SANK. AT LEAST SIX DIED, 46 MISSING.

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FAQ

Where is the BALENO 9 wreck located?

The BALENO 9 wreck is located at coordinates 13 31.315 N,121 7.884 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BALENO 9?

The seabed around the BALENO 9 lies at approximately 135 meters deep.

When did the BALENO 9 sink?

The BALENO 9 sank on Dec 26, 2009.

When was the wreck of the BALENO 9 discovered?

The wreck of the BALENO 9 was discovered in 2010.

What country did the BALENO 9 belong to?

The BALENO 9 belonged to PH.

What was the tonnage of the BALENO 9?

The BALENO 9 had a tonnage of 199 tons.

What type of wreck is the BALENO 9?

The BALENO 9 is classified as a ferry.

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