Green Hill Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Green hill Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 21 N,124 47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.350000
  • Longitude: 124.783333
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GREEN HILL
Type carrier
Flag PA
Tonnage 3002
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 27, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.11.74 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 260000N, 1252500E. (LL 218). NCA. 7.4.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 252100N, 1244700E. (LLOYDS CASUALTY RETURNS NOV '74 & LLOYDS 219). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 2007

Circumstances of loss

27.11.74 BUILT IN 1970 BY IMAI ZOSEN, KOCHI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GREENHILLS SHIPPING INC SA. PASSAGE KALIMANTAN FOR MOJI. SANK OFF OKINAWA AFTER CARGO OF LOGS SHIFTED IN HEAVY WEATHER ON 27.11.74. FOUR MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the GREEN HILL wreck located?

The GREEN HILL wreck is located at coordinates 25 21 N,124 47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GREEN HILL?

The seabed around the GREEN HILL lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the GREEN HILL sink?

The GREEN HILL sank on Nov 27, 1974.

When was the wreck of the GREEN HILL discovered?

The wreck of the GREEN HILL was discovered in 1974.

What country did the GREEN HILL belong to?

The GREEN HILL belonged to PA.

What cargo was the GREEN HILL carrying?

The GREEN HILL was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the GREEN HILL?

The GREEN HILL had a tonnage of 3002 tons.

What type of wreck is the GREEN HILL?

The GREEN HILL is classified as a carrier.

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