Pontianak Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pontianak Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
3 22 N,117 30.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.366667
  • Longitude: 117.504167
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name PONTIANAK
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 94 m
Width 14.5 m
Draught 7.4
Tonnage 2776
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 7, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.11.77 SANK IN POSN 032200N, 1173015E. (LL 30.11.77 & 10.12.77). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1964 BY KURUSHIMA DOCK CO LTD, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MURTON SHIPPING CORPORATION. SANK AT SADAN IS NEAR TARAKAN. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 3 22 N,117 30.25 E
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FAQ

Where is the PONTIANAK wreck located?

The PONTIANAK wreck is located at coordinates 3 22 N,117 30.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PONTIANAK?

The seabed around the PONTIANAK lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the PONTIANAK sink?

The PONTIANAK sank on Nov 7, 1977.

When was the wreck of the PONTIANAK discovered?

The wreck of the PONTIANAK was discovered in 1977.

What country did the PONTIANAK belong to?

The PONTIANAK belonged to PA.

What cargo was the PONTIANAK carrying?

The PONTIANAK was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the PONTIANAK?

The PONTIANAK had a tonnage of 2776 tons.

What type of wreck is the PONTIANAK?

The PONTIANAK is classified as a carrier.