Hua Zhu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hua zhu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 45 N,120 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.750000
  • Longitude: 120.250000
Water Depth 2400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HUA ZHU
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 96 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2490
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 25, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH553/350/01 2.2.90 REPORTED SINKING IN 184500N, 1201500E. (LL, 26.1.90). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-ALDEBRA '89. EX-PALM '82. BUILT IN 1978 BY KISHIGAMI AOSEN KK, AKITSU. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HUA SONG SHIPPING SA. PASSAGE MALAYSIA FOR JAPAN. LEAKING IN ALL HOLDS AFTER CARGO SHIFTED IN HIGH SEAS. ABANDONED BY CREW. LATER CAPSIZED AND SANK. 6 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the HUA ZHU wreck located?

The HUA ZHU wreck is located at coordinates 18 45 N,120 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HUA ZHU?

The seabed around the HUA ZHU lies at approximately 2400 meters deep.

When did the HUA ZHU sink?

The HUA ZHU sank on Jan 25, 1990.

When was the wreck of the HUA ZHU discovered?

The wreck of the HUA ZHU was discovered in 1990.

What country did the HUA ZHU belong to?

The HUA ZHU belonged to PA.

What cargo was the HUA ZHU carrying?

The HUA ZHU was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the HUA ZHU?

The HUA ZHU had a tonnage of 2490 tons.

What type of wreck is the HUA ZHU?

The HUA ZHU is classified as a carrier.

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