Blue Lotus (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Blue lotus (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 58 N,106 8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.966667
  • Longitude: 106.133333
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.1.75 ABANDONED IN SINKING CONDITION IN 071000N, 1055500E. (LL VOL 219). H1310/88/33 29.6.88 LARGE TARGET LOCATED IN 065800N, 1060800E. ABOUT 70MTRS LONG AND STANDING 8MTRS HIGH IN GEN DEPTH 47MTRS. (DON COX O.P.E.C./VISAL, TELEX 16.6.88). NCA YET. AWAIT FURTHER REPORT. 29.9.00 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Sep 29, 2000

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TO BE SINKING. LATER ABANDONED BY CREW. WAS ON PASSAGE BANGKOK TO OSAKA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 6 58 N,106 8 E
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FAQ

Where is the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 6 58 N,106 8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1974.

What country did the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) belonged to PA.

What cargo was the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) was carrying minerals.

What type of wreck is the BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY)?

The BLUE LOTUS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.