Zambales Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Zambales Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 35 N,120 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.583333
  • Longitude: 120.500000
Water Depth 914 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name ZAMBALES
Type motor vessel
Flag PH
Length 64 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 678
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1989
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH552/350/01 6.6.89 SANK OFF CALAVITE ISLAND, 110M S OF MANILA. (LL 276). POSN 133500N, 1203000E FOR FILING ONLY. HH552/350/01 15.6.89 SALVAGE POSSIBILITIES BEING EXAMINED. (LL 276). SEP 2015/000280420 23.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON USA (NGA) 91300 [4TH ED, COR 19.12.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 23, 2016

Circumstances of loss

EX-PALAWAN MERCHANT, EX- KOBE MARU NO.8 ('83), BUILT 1970 BY HIGAKI ZOSEN KK, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PINEWOOD SHIPPING CORP, MANILA. PASSAGE PALAWAN FOR BATANGAS. SANK DURING TROPICAL STORM 'BRENDA'. 3 OF 24 CREW & 9 UNAUTHORISED PASSENGERS DIED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ZAMBALES wreck located?

The ZAMBALES wreck is located at coordinates 13 35 N,120 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZAMBALES?

The seabed around the ZAMBALES lies at approximately 914 meters deep.

When did the ZAMBALES sink?

The ZAMBALES sank on May 17, 1989.

When was the wreck of the ZAMBALES discovered?

The wreck of the ZAMBALES was discovered in 1989.

What country did the ZAMBALES belong to?

The ZAMBALES belonged to PH.

What cargo was the ZAMBALES carrying?

The ZAMBALES was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the ZAMBALES?

The ZAMBALES had a tonnage of 678 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZAMBALES?

The ZAMBALES is classified as a motor vessel.

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