Eight Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eight star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 28 N,122 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.466667
  • Longitude: 122.833333
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EIGHT STAR
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 100.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 2914
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo gas,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1274/81 13.9.82 REPORTED SUNK WITH CREW IN 192800N, 1225000E. (LL, 31.7.82, 2.3 & 5.8.82). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 4000MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1969 BY KOYO DOCKYARD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HESTO LINE. PASSAGE SAKAI FOR JOHORE BAHRU, MALAYSIA. SANK AFTER DEVELOPING A LIST IN TYPHOON 'ANDY'. ONLY DEBRIS AND A SLICK WAS LOCATED. 23 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the EIGHT STAR wreck located?

The EIGHT STAR wreck is located at coordinates 19 28 N,122 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EIGHT STAR?

The seabed around the EIGHT STAR lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the EIGHT STAR sink?

The EIGHT STAR sank on Jul 28, 1982.

When was the wreck of the EIGHT STAR discovered?

The wreck of the EIGHT STAR was discovered in 1982.

What country did the EIGHT STAR belong to?

The EIGHT STAR belonged to PA.

What cargo was the EIGHT STAR carrying?

The EIGHT STAR was carrying gas,chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the EIGHT STAR?

The EIGHT STAR had a tonnage of 2914 tons.

What type of wreck is the EIGHT STAR?

The EIGHT STAR is classified as a carrier.

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