Sae Yang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sae yang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 3.67 N,126 3.12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.061167
  • Longitude: 126.052000
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAE YANG
Type motor vessel
Flag KP
Length 103.1 m
Width 14.8 m
Draught 6.9
Tonnage 3372
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1990
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH557/350/01 31.8.90 SUNK IN APPROX 370330N, 1260315E [TOK]. (ROK NM 263(T)/90). SANK IN 47MTRS OF WATER. (LL, 27.7.90). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 22, 2010

Circumstances of loss

EX- SAMSUN COACH (1989), EX- BUM CHIN (1989), BUILT IN 1972 BY KOREA SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CORPORATION, BUSAN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SHINYOON SHIPPING CO. CAUGHT FIRE WHILE ON PASSAGE INCHON FOR ULSAN, SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY. 4 OF THE 17 CREW LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SAE YANG wreck located?

The SAE YANG wreck is located at coordinates 37 3.67 N,126 3.12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAE YANG?

The seabed around the SAE YANG lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the SAE YANG sink?

The SAE YANG sank on Jul 26, 1990.

When was the wreck of the SAE YANG discovered?

The wreck of the SAE YANG was discovered in 1990.

What country did the SAE YANG belong to?

The SAE YANG belonged to KP.

What cargo was the SAE YANG carrying?

The SAE YANG was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SAE YANG?

The SAE YANG had a tonnage of 3372 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAE YANG?

The SAE YANG is classified as a motor vessel.

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