Pixy Marzo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pixy marzo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 17.3 N,117 57.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.288333
  • Longitude: 117.953333
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PIXY MARZO
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 92.2 m
Width 16.6 m
Draught 6.3
Tonnage 2824
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1998
Original Detection Year 1998
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 19, 2006

Surveying Details

HH554/400/02 18.12.98 DISTRESS SIGNAL RECEIVED FROM 2317.30N, 11757.20E [UND]. VESSEL NOT LOCATED DURING SUBSEQUENT SEARCH. (LL, 9 & 11.12.98). ASSUMED SUNK IN HEAVY WEATHER. INS AS DW PA. - NM 381/99. 8.2.99 SUGGESTED THAT THE VESSEL MAY HAVE BEEN TAKEN BY PIRATES. (ARTICLE BY M GREY, LL, 3.2.99). NCA. 19.12.06 NOT SHOWN ON CHINESE 14300 [OCT '05 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. PROBABLY THE SAME WK AS DW REP (1998) CLOSE SW [SEE 57203].

Circumstances of loss

DISTRESS SIGNAL RECEIVED FROM VESSEL. LATER HONG KONG MRCC UNABLE TO CONTACT VESSEL. SEARCH FAILED TO FIND ANYTHING. PASSAGE HONG KONG FOR KEELUNG, CARGO CHINA CLAY.

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FAQ

Where is the PIXY MARZO wreck located?

The PIXY MARZO wreck is located at coordinates 23 17.3 N,117 57.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PIXY MARZO?

The seabed around the PIXY MARZO lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the PIXY MARZO sink?

The PIXY MARZO sank on Dec 8, 1998.

When was the wreck of the PIXY MARZO discovered?

The wreck of the PIXY MARZO was discovered in 1998.

What country did the PIXY MARZO belong to?

The PIXY MARZO belonged to PA.

What cargo was the PIXY MARZO carrying?

The PIXY MARZO was carrying clay products.

What was the tonnage of the PIXY MARZO?

The PIXY MARZO had a tonnage of 2824 tons.

What type of wreck is the PIXY MARZO?

The PIXY MARZO is classified as a carrier.

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