Tae In Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tae in Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 10 N,119 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.166667
  • Longitude: 119.616667
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAE IN
Type carrier
Flag KP
Length 106.7 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3451
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 8, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1275/83 19.9.84 REPORTED TO HAVE BLOWN UP AND SANK IN 161000N, 1193700E. (LL, 10.9.84). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1964 BY MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDISTRIES LTD, SHIMONOSEKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TAE IN SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE BUKPYNUG FOR CALCUTTA. ENGINE ROOM FLOODED AFTER FRACTURE OF SHELL PLATING. CREW ABANDONED AND SHIP SANK. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TAE IN wreck located?

The TAE IN wreck is located at coordinates 16 10 N,119 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAE IN?

The seabed around the TAE IN lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the TAE IN sink?

The TAE IN sank on Sep 8, 1984.

When was the wreck of the TAE IN discovered?

The wreck of the TAE IN was discovered in 1984.

What country did the TAE IN belong to?

The TAE IN belonged to KP.

What cargo was the TAE IN carrying?

The TAE IN was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the TAE IN?

The TAE IN had a tonnage of 3451 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAE IN?

The TAE IN is classified as a carrier.

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