Shieh Ho Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shieh ho Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 55 N,108 14 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.916667
  • Longitude: 108.233333
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIEH HO
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 104.2 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 3321
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 27, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.5.76 DRIFTING AND ALMOST SUNK. CREW RECOVERED IN 065630N, 1081230E. DANGEROUS TO NAVIGATION. (MV HAI FEI, LL 31.5.76). 3.6.76 OBSERVED TO SINK IN PA 065500N, 1081400E BY YAMAJU MARU. (LL 31.5.76). 9.1.03 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 9, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1957 BY USUKI TEKKOSHO, SAEKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SHIEH HO SHIPPING CO. PASSAGE KOAHSIUNG FOR SINGAPORE. SUSTAINED HEAVY LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SHIEH HO wreck located?

The SHIEH HO wreck is located at coordinates 6 55 N,108 14 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHIEH HO?

The seabed around the SHIEH HO lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the SHIEH HO sink?

The SHIEH HO sank on May 27, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SHIEH HO discovered?

The wreck of the SHIEH HO was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SHIEH HO belong to?

The SHIEH HO belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the SHIEH HO?

The SHIEH HO had a tonnage of 3321 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHIEH HO?

The SHIEH HO is classified as a carrier.

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