Maju Simanggang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Maju simanggang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		2 6.575 N,111 5.531 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.109583
  • Longitude: 111.092183
Wreck Depth -1 m
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAJU SIMANGGANG
Type motor vessel
Flag MY
Tonnage 250
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 14, 1985
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2025

Surveying Details

H2233/85 31.7.85 SANK IN 020300N, 1110000E APPROX. (SARAWAK T & PNM 31/85) NCA YET. H2703/85 12.12.85 LOCATED IN 020633N, 1110519E. DRIES 0.3MTR. MARKED TEMPORARILY BY A RED BUOY. (SARAWAK NM 56/85) - NM 77/86. 19.3.90 SHOWN AS DRIES 0.1MTRS ON MALAYSIA 7215. NCA. 4.1.93 SHOWN AS STP, LYING 230/050 DEG, 370MTRS LONG, DRYING 1.1MTRS ON MALAYSIA 7215 [JUN'92 EDN]. RETAIN AS ST DRIES 1.1MTRS, VESSEL COULD NOT HAVE BEEN 370MTRS LONG IF ONLY 250 GROSS TONS. BR STD. [ORIENTATION BELEIVED TO BE THAT OF THE SYMBOL, NOT NECESSARILY THE WRECK]. 22.4.04 [WGD] POSN SUPPLIED BY GEODESY: 0206.506N, 11105.532E. NC 161. 9.2.05 SHOWN IN 0206.510N, 11105.520E [WGD] ON SARAWAK 1440 [SEP'04 EDN]. - PNM 937/05 ISSUED. BR STD. 17.2.15 SHOWN AS DRIES 0.3MTR IN 0206.575N, 11105.531E [WGD] ON MY3C0731 [EDN 2.3].

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SIMANGGANG FOR TANJONG MANISANK. SANK FOLLOWING ENGINE ROOM FLOOD DUE TO BAD WEATHER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 2 6.575 N,111 5.531 E
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FAQ

Where is the MAJU SIMANGGANG wreck located?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG wreck is located at coordinates 2 6.575 N,111 5.531 E.

How deep is the MAJU SIMANGGANG and where exactly is it located?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG lies at a depth of about -1 meters and is located at coordinates 2 6.575 N,111 5.531 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAJU SIMANGGANG?

The seabed around the MAJU SIMANGGANG lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the MAJU SIMANGGANG sink?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG sank on Jul 14, 1985.

When was the wreck of the MAJU SIMANGGANG discovered?

The wreck of the MAJU SIMANGGANG was discovered in 1985.

What country did the MAJU SIMANGGANG belong to?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG belonged to MY.

What cargo was the MAJU SIMANGGANG carrying?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the MAJU SIMANGGANG?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG had a tonnage of 250 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAJU SIMANGGANG?

The MAJU SIMANGGANG is classified as a motor vessel.

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