Dong Nam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dong nam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 0.1 N,122 53 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.001667
  • Longitude: 122.883333
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DONG NAM
Type motor vessel
Flag KP
Length 101.3 m
Width 15.7 m
Draught 8
Tonnage 3004
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H3301/75 29.10.86 SINKING POSN REPORTED AS PING PONG BAY. (LL, 6.10.86). SANK IN 220006N, 1225300E APPROX. (TAIWAN NM 53/86). NCA, PLOTS IN APPROX 2500MTRS.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1969 BY IMABARI ZOSEN, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DONG SUE SHIPPING CO., LTD. SANK OFF TAIWAN NEAR PING TUNG, AFTER SENDING DISTRESS SIGNALS. REASONS UNKNOWN. ALL CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the DONG NAM wreck located?

The DONG NAM wreck is located at coordinates 22 0.1 N,122 53 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DONG NAM?

The seabed around the DONG NAM lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the DONG NAM sink?

The DONG NAM sank on Oct 4, 1986.

When was the wreck of the DONG NAM discovered?

The wreck of the DONG NAM was discovered in 1986.

What country did the DONG NAM belong to?

The DONG NAM belonged to KP.

What cargo was the DONG NAM carrying?

The DONG NAM was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the DONG NAM?

The DONG NAM had a tonnage of 3004 tons.

What type of wreck is the DONG NAM?

The DONG NAM is classified as a motor vessel.

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