Lung Hao Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lung hao Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 58 N,121 36.1 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.966667
  • Longitude: 121.601667
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LUNG HAO
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Length 162.2 m
Width 21.6 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 12877
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 12, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH549/350/01 20.9.89 HH549/350/01 20.9.89 AGROUND OUTSIDE HUALIEN HBR. (LL 13.9.89). POSN 235800N, 1213600E FOR FILING ONLY. HH549/350/01 15.1.90 HH549/350/01 15.1.90 DEMOLITION OF AFTER PART NOW ABOUT 2/3 COMPLETE. NO ACTION YET TAKEN RE FOR'D PART AS SOME CARGO HAS STILL TO BE DISCHARGED. (LL 13.1.90).
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2008

Circumstances of loss

EX-TRAKYA 1 '89, EX-ISCELU '81, EX-POLARLAND '77. BUILT IN 1966 BY HAUGESUND M/V A/S, HAUGESUND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS LUNG HO MARINE CORPORATION. BROKE MOORINGS INSIDE HUALIEN HARBOUR WHILE AWAITING DISCHARGE OF CARGO DUE TO TYPHOON SARAH. DRIFTED TO OUTER HARBOUR AND GROUNDED OUTSIDE. BROKE IN TWO AT NO 5 HOLD. FIVE MEN LOST. SLOD FOR DEMOLITION IN SITU. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LUNG HAO wreck located?

The LUNG HAO wreck is located at coordinates 23 58 N,121 36.1 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LUNG HAO?

The seabed around the LUNG HAO lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the LUNG HAO sink?

The LUNG HAO sank on Sep 12, 1989.

When was the wreck of the LUNG HAO discovered?

The wreck of the LUNG HAO was discovered in 1989.

What country did the LUNG HAO belong to?

The LUNG HAO belonged to PA.

What cargo was the LUNG HAO carrying?

The LUNG HAO was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the LUNG HAO?

The LUNG HAO had a tonnage of 12877 tons.

What type of wreck is the LUNG HAO?

The LUNG HAO is classified as a bulk carrier.

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