Semarang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Semarang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 35 S,123 35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.583333
  • Longitude: 123.583333
Water Depth 3425 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEMARANG
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 104.9 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 3198
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 14, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.5.79 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN BANDA SEA, 25M FROM MENUI ISLAND. (LL, 5.5.79) NCA, POSN 033500S, 1233500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 27, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1958, WHILST ON PASSAGE FROM KENDARI, SULAWESI, TO TAICHUNG, TAIWAN, SANK IN THE BANDA SEA ABOUT 25M FROM MENUI ISLAND. 27 CREW MEMBERS RESCUED. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY UNITED MARITME CO., S.S.. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SEMARANG wreck located?

The SEMARANG wreck is located at coordinates 3 35 S,123 35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEMARANG?

The seabed around the SEMARANG lies at approximately 3425 meters deep.

When did the SEMARANG sink?

The SEMARANG sank on Apr 14, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SEMARANG discovered?

The wreck of the SEMARANG was discovered in 1979.

What country did the SEMARANG belong to?

The SEMARANG belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SEMARANG carrying?

The SEMARANG was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SEMARANG?

The SEMARANG had a tonnage of 3198 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEMARANG?

The SEMARANG is classified as a motor vessel.

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