Yasmat Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yasmat Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 2.9 N,122 6.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.048333
  • Longitude: 122.105000
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YASMAT
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 107.3 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3986
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1274/85 22.3.85 H1274/85 22.3.85 DISTRESS SIGNAL GAVE POSN 272000N, 1232000E. SINKING POSN REPD AS 270254N, 1225618 (LLOYDS AGENT) AND 270254N, 1220618E (MARITIME SAFETY AGENCY). (LL 12.3.85). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1975 BY NISHI ZOSEN KK, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY POLLUX SHIPPING SA. PASSAGE BORNEO FOR CHINAL LISTED HEAVILY WHEN BALLAST TANK CRACKED. LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the YASMAT wreck located?

The YASMAT wreck is located at coordinates 27 2.9 N,122 6.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YASMAT?

The seabed around the YASMAT lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the YASMAT sink?

The YASMAT sank on Mar 10, 1985.

When was the wreck of the YASMAT discovered?

The wreck of the YASMAT was discovered in 1985.

What country did the YASMAT belong to?

The YASMAT belonged to PA.

What cargo was the YASMAT carrying?

The YASMAT was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the YASMAT?

The YASMAT had a tonnage of 3986 tons.

What type of wreck is the YASMAT?

The YASMAT is classified as a carrier.

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