Eastern Progress Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eastern progress Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 7 N,107 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.116667
  • Longitude: 107.616667
Water Depth 49 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name EASTERN PROGRESS
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 33.5 m
Width 4.9 m
Draught 1.8
Tonnage 3268
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 28, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3214/71 2.11.82 SANK IN 080700N, 1073700E APPROX. (LL). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 1994

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1962 BY SETODA ZOSENSHO, SETODA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HWA LUNG MARINE CO SA. LOADED PASSAGE KEELUNG & KAOSUING FOR BANGKOK. ABANDONED AFTER TWO HOLDS TOOK WATER. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the EASTERN PROGRESS wreck located?

The EASTERN PROGRESS wreck is located at coordinates 8 7 N,107 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EASTERN PROGRESS?

The seabed around the EASTERN PROGRESS lies at approximately 49 meters deep.

When did the EASTERN PROGRESS sink?

The EASTERN PROGRESS sank on Aug 28, 1982.

When was the wreck of the EASTERN PROGRESS discovered?

The wreck of the EASTERN PROGRESS was discovered in 1982.

What country did the EASTERN PROGRESS belong to?

The EASTERN PROGRESS belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the EASTERN PROGRESS?

The EASTERN PROGRESS had a tonnage of 3268 tons.

What type of wreck is the EASTERN PROGRESS?

The EASTERN PROGRESS is classified as a carrier.

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