Ghan Lim I Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ghan lim i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 10 N,61 17 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.166667
  • Longitude: -61.283333
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GHAN LIM I
Type motor vessel
Flag GY
Tonnage 113
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.10.75 SRANG A LEAK & SANK OFF ST VINCENT. (LL 15.11.74). POSN 131000N, 611700W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GUYANA FOR ST VINCENT. DEVELOPED ENGINE TROUBLE AND WAS TOWED TO TRINADAD BY JAPANESE TRAWLER, WHO SEIZED VESSEL FOR NON-PAYMENT OF SALVAGE CHARGES. WHEN LATER RELEASED GHAN LIM I PROCEEDED TO ST VINCENT WITH CARGO OF LUMBER. SPRANG A LEAK & WAS ABANDONED WHEN SHE BECAME WATERLOGGED. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the GHAN LIM I wreck located?

The GHAN LIM I wreck is located at coordinates 13 10 N,61 17 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GHAN LIM I?

The seabed around the GHAN LIM I lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the GHAN LIM I sink?

The GHAN LIM I sank on Sep 29, 1974.

When was the wreck of the GHAN LIM I discovered?

The wreck of the GHAN LIM I was discovered in 1974.

What country did the GHAN LIM I belong to?

The GHAN LIM I belonged to GY.

What cargo was the GHAN LIM I carrying?

The GHAN LIM I was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the GHAN LIM I?

The GHAN LIM I had a tonnage of 113 tons.

What type of wreck is the GHAN LIM I?

The GHAN LIM I is classified as a motor vessel.

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