Aeakos Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
Aeakos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
5 5 N,112 35 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 5.083333
- Longitude: 112.583333
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| Water Depth |
5 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
AEAKOS |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GR |
| Length |
136.9 m |
| Width |
17.1 m |
| Tonnage |
7300 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 9, 1965
|
| Original Detection Year |
1969 |
| Last Detection Year |
1995 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jun 16, 1989 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The AEAKOS wreck is an underwater obstruction located at coordinates 05 05 N, 112 35 E on the Luconia Shoals in the South China Sea. Originally identified as a vessel stranded on Connell Reef, the wreckage of the AEAKOS has significantly deteriorated since the 1970s. Historical survey reports indicate the vessel has broken up, with only the stern section remaining partially intact. As of the last major assessments, the highest point of the stern structure was recorded at approximately 5 feet above chart datum. While historical maritime charts tracked the site, later editions of nautical maps have noted the obstruction as non-charted or removed from specific navigational updates. The site remains a documented underwater hazard in the Luconia Shoals region for mariners and researchers tracking the remains of the AEAKOS wreck.
Surveying Details
HH2214/59 31.3.69 HH2214/59 31.3.69 VESSEL AGROUND ON LUCONIA SHOALS IN 050700N, 1123300E APPROX. (LL SEPT 1965). NCA YET. H5026/70 7.8.73 H5026/70 7.8.73 VESSEL STRANDED ON CONNELL REEF, PART OF LUCONIA SHOALS, IN 050500N, 1123500E. PRESUMED TO BE WRECK OF 'AEAKOS'. (SHELL HYDROGRAPHIC MAP). - NM 1640/73. H5026/70 27.9.73 H5026/70 27.9.73 REPORTED IN 050530N, 1123341E. SINCE 1972 HAS TOPPLED OVER & IS PARTLY BROKEN UP. 50-60FT OF STERN SECTION STILL INTACT. HIGHEST POINT 5FT ABOVE CHART DATUM ON 5TH AUGUST 1973. (SARAWAK SHELL, 13.8.73). NCA. 4.5.79 4.5.79 ST SHOWN IN 050500N, 1123500E ON FRENCH 1496. NCA. 12.1.95 12.1.95 NOT SHOWN ON MALAYSIAN 751 [1993 EDN]. NCA.
Circumstances of loss
6.12.65 BUILT IN 1946. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MARGUARDIA CIA NAV SA. PASSAGE PHILIPPINES FOR EUROPE. RAN AGROUND ON LUCONIA SHOALS. SHE WAS BADLY DAMAGED, HER MASTER ABANDONED ALL EFFORTS TO REFLOAT THE VESSEL AND REMOVED ALL THE CREW. HOWEVER THE OWNERS OF THE WRECKED VESSEL DECIDED TO PUT A THREE-MAN SECURITY GUARD ON BOARD. ON 6.12.65 THE VESSEL WAS BOARDED BY ABOUT 100 PIRATES IN SIX BOATS. THE GUARDS FLED TO SAFETY LEAVING THE PIRATES TO THEIR LOOTING AND STRIPPING. (MSD).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
5 5 N,112 35 E
Aeakos on Wreck Map
Aeakos Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the AEAKOS wreck located?
The AEAKOS wreck is located at coordinates 5 5 N,112 35 E.
How deep is the seabed around the AEAKOS?
The seabed around the AEAKOS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.
When did the AEAKOS sink?
The AEAKOS sank on Sep 9, 1965.
When was the wreck of the AEAKOS discovered?
The wreck of the AEAKOS was discovered in 1969.
What country did the AEAKOS belong to?
The AEAKOS belonged to GR.
What cargo was the AEAKOS carrying?
The AEAKOS was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.
What was the tonnage of the AEAKOS?
The AEAKOS had a tonnage of 7300 tons.
What type of wreck is the AEAKOS?
The AEAKOS is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
PARTLY BROKEN UP