Eternity Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eternity Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 2.277 N,114 17.15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.037950
  • Longitude: 114.285833
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ETERNITY
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Length 100 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 3394
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,animals (land & sea) and birds,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.3.70 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 220222N, 1141700E APPROX. (LL 199). IN GEN DEPTH 25MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 4, 2023

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1945 BY W GREY & CO LTD, WEST HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PROSPERITY STEAMSHIP CO SA. PASSAGE CAMBODIA FOR HONG KONG. CAPSIZED & SANK IN ROUGH WEATHER. (MSD). CAPSIZED AND SANK WHILE TRYING TO AVOID A SUBMERGED ROCK SOUTH OF HONG KONG. (LL 199).

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FAQ

Where is the ETERNITY wreck located?

The ETERNITY wreck is located at coordinates 22 2.277 N,114 17.15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ETERNITY?

The seabed around the ETERNITY lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the ETERNITY sink?

The ETERNITY sank on Mar 11, 1970.

When was the wreck of the ETERNITY discovered?

The wreck of the ETERNITY was discovered in 1970.

What country did the ETERNITY belong to?

The ETERNITY belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ETERNITY carrying?

The ETERNITY was carrying general and mixed goods,animals (land & sea) and birds,grain.

What was the tonnage of the ETERNITY?

The ETERNITY had a tonnage of 3394 tons.

What type of wreck is the ETERNITY?

The ETERNITY is classified as a steam ship.

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