Richer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Richer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 32 N,112 6 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.533333
  • Longitude: 112.100000
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name RICHER
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 111.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 4022
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH553/730/01 18.11.92 LAST SEEN IN POSN 103200N, 1120606E. (LL 24.10.92). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 7, 2007

Circumstances of loss

EX-GIANT TREASURE '86, EX-NGAKUTA '83. BUILT IN 1962 BY CALEDON SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REACH SHIPPING LTD. PASSAGE FANCHENG, SOUTHERN CHINA, FOR MUARA HARBOUR. LOST HATCH COVERS IN HEAVY WEATHER AND TOOK ON WATER. LATER ABANDONED. LAST SEEN STILL AFLOAT WITH WATER OVER HER DECK AND DRIFTING. FOUR MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the RICHER wreck located?

The RICHER wreck is located at coordinates 10 32 N,112 6 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RICHER?

The seabed around the RICHER lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the RICHER sink?

The RICHER sank on Oct 23, 1992.

When was the wreck of the RICHER discovered?

The wreck of the RICHER was discovered in 1992.

What country did the RICHER belong to?

The RICHER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the RICHER carrying?

The RICHER was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the RICHER?

The RICHER had a tonnage of 4022 tons.

What type of wreck is the RICHER?

The RICHER is classified as a carrier.

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