Kanlaon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kanlaon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 45 N,123 38 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.750000
  • Longitude: 123.633333
Water Depth 360 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KANLAON
Type ferry
Flag PH
Tonnage 343
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1990
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH552/350/01 24.7.90 SANK ABOUT 7M SE OF ESCALANTE, NEGROS ISLAND. SALVAGE NOT POSSIBLE AS SANK IN ABOUT 300MTRS. (LLOYDS VOL.281). NCA, POSN 104500N, 1233800E.
Last Amended Date Mar 9, 2004

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1964. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CARDINAL SHIPPING CORP. ON PASSAGE FROM CEBU FOR NEGROS. SANK FOLLOWING FLOODING THROUGH DAMAGED BOW. CARGO 'HEAVY EQUIPMENT'. (LLOYDS VOL.281).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 10 45 N,123 38 E
Kanlaon on Wreck Map Kanlaon Wreck on Google Map

More Ferry Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the KANLAON wreck located?

The KANLAON wreck is located at coordinates 10 45 N,123 38 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KANLAON?

The seabed around the KANLAON lies at approximately 360 meters deep.

When did the KANLAON sink?

The KANLAON sank on Jul 3, 1990.

When was the wreck of the KANLAON discovered?

The wreck of the KANLAON was discovered in 1990.

What country did the KANLAON belong to?

The KANLAON belonged to PH.

What cargo was the KANLAON carrying?

The KANLAON was carrying machinery and mechanical parts.

What was the tonnage of the KANLAON?

The KANLAON had a tonnage of 343 tons.

What type of wreck is the KANLAON?

The KANLAON is classified as a ferry.

Back to Wrecks