Princess Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Princess ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
9 9.5 S,160 23 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -9.158333
  • Longitude: 160.383333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PRINCESS II
Type ferry
Flag SB
Length 31.1 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 1.8
Tonnage 133
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 27, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH583/440/01 18.8.92 WENT ASHORE IN 090930S, 1602300E APPROX. SANK LATER. ONLY FUNNEL SHOWS. (LL, 29.7.92) NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2019

Circumstances of loss

29.7.92 WAS PUSHED ASHORE BY STRONG BREEZE WHEN ENGINE FAILED. (LL, 29.7.92)

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FAQ

Where is the PRINCESS II wreck located?

The PRINCESS II wreck is located at coordinates 9 9.5 S,160 23 E.

When did the PRINCESS II sink?

The PRINCESS II sank on Jul 27, 1992.

When was the wreck of the PRINCESS II discovered?

The wreck of the PRINCESS II was discovered in 1992.

What country did the PRINCESS II belong to?

The PRINCESS II belonged to SB.

What was the tonnage of the PRINCESS II?

The PRINCESS II had a tonnage of 133 tons.

What type of wreck is the PRINCESS II?

The PRINCESS II is classified as a ferry.