Shin Hai No.7 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shin hai no.7 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 18 S,9 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -36.300000
  • Longitude: 9.166667
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIN HAI NO.7
Type factory ship
Tonnage 290
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.3.76 16.3.76 WK IN 361800S, 091000E, PD. (LL VOL. 223). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 25, 2010

Circumstances of loss

THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION & FIRE IN THE ENGINE ROOM ON THE VESSEL 650 MILES SW OF CAPE TOWN. 2 CREW DIED, SEVERAL INJURED. THE REST OF THE CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. (LL VOL. 223)

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FAQ

Where is the SHIN HAI NO.7 wreck located?

The SHIN HAI NO.7 wreck is located at coordinates 36 18 S,9 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHIN HAI NO.7?

The seabed around the SHIN HAI NO.7 lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the SHIN HAI NO.7 sink?

The SHIN HAI NO.7 sank on Mar 12, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SHIN HAI NO.7 discovered?

The wreck of the SHIN HAI NO.7 was discovered in 1976.

What was the tonnage of the SHIN HAI NO.7?

The SHIN HAI NO.7 had a tonnage of 290 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHIN HAI NO.7?

The SHIN HAI NO.7 is classified as a factory ship.

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