Biyanyang Ginto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Biyanyang ginto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 4 N,109 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.066667
  • Longitude: 109.750000
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BIYANYANG GINTO
Type carrier
Flag PH
Length 101.1 m
Width 16.7 m
Draught 6.8
Tonnage 2997
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 20, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH553/350/01 18.9.91 REPD SUNK IN 200400N, 1094500E. (LL 24.8.91). NCA. HH553/350/02 17.10.91 SHIPPING CO RECEIVED LAST SOS FROM VESSEL IN 200800N, 1094500E BUT TO DATE HAVE NOT IDENTIFIED WRECK AS THEIR MISSING VESSEL. (LL 26.9.91). NCA.FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2018

Circumstances of loss

EX-DON PABLO '88, EX-BONANZA '80. EX-OCEAN PETERGEUSE '78, EX-DOUN MARU '76. BUILT IN 1970 BY KOCHI JYUKO KK, KOCHI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY VLASONS SHIPPING INC. PASSAGE BEIHAI FOR HONG KONG. CONTACT LOST AFTER SENDING DISTRESS SIGNAL. PRESUMED LOST DUE TO TYPHOON 'FRED'. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the BIYANYANG GINTO wreck located?

The BIYANYANG GINTO wreck is located at coordinates 20 4 N,109 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BIYANYANG GINTO?

The seabed around the BIYANYANG GINTO lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the BIYANYANG GINTO sink?

The BIYANYANG GINTO sank on Aug 20, 1991.

When was the wreck of the BIYANYANG GINTO discovered?

The wreck of the BIYANYANG GINTO was discovered in 1991.

What country did the BIYANYANG GINTO belong to?

The BIYANYANG GINTO belonged to PH.

What cargo was the BIYANYANG GINTO carrying?

The BIYANYANG GINTO was carrying minerals,clay products.

What was the tonnage of the BIYANYANG GINTO?

The BIYANYANG GINTO had a tonnage of 2997 tons.

What type of wreck is the BIYANYANG GINTO?

The BIYANYANG GINTO is classified as a carrier.

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