Universal Trader Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Universal trader Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 22.62 N,81 40.81 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.377000
  • Longitude: 81.680167
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UNIVERSAL TRADER
Type steam ship
Flag LR
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 7145
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 9, 1968
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details H6143/68 6.7.68 ST IN 062228N, 814042E. (SS KENIA HN 1/68). - NM 1184/68. 18.5.81 [KAN] POSN: 062236N, 814042E. NC'S 1583, 3265 & 813.
Last Amended Date Sep 9, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1944 BY J.A.JONES CONSTRUCTION CO., PANAMA CITY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY UNIVERSAL SHIPPING CO. LTD. PASSAGE GDYNIA FOR CHITTAGONG. RAN AGROUND ON ROCKS IN ROUGH SEAS, OFF UDA POINT. VESSEL CAUGHT FIRE NEXT DAY, & LATER BROKE IN TWO. ALL CREW SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the UNIVERSAL TRADER wreck located?

The UNIVERSAL TRADER wreck is located at coordinates 6 22.62 N,81 40.81 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UNIVERSAL TRADER?

The seabed around the UNIVERSAL TRADER lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the UNIVERSAL TRADER sink?

The UNIVERSAL TRADER sank on Mar 9, 1968.

When was the wreck of the UNIVERSAL TRADER discovered?

The wreck of the UNIVERSAL TRADER was discovered in 1968.

What country did the UNIVERSAL TRADER belong to?

The UNIVERSAL TRADER belonged to LR.

What cargo was the UNIVERSAL TRADER carrying?

The UNIVERSAL TRADER was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the UNIVERSAL TRADER?

The UNIVERSAL TRADER had a tonnage of 7145 tons.

What type of wreck is the UNIVERSAL TRADER?

The UNIVERSAL TRADER is classified as a steam ship.

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