Gulf Banker Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gulf banker Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 38 N,118 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.633333
  • Longitude: 118.000000
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GULF BANKER
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 109.7 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 4031
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 28, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.1.75 VESSEL SANK 170M W OF MANILA IN 143800N, 1180000E APPROX. (LL 219). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1964. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY S LINES (PANAMA), S A. PASSAGE CHINNAMPO, N KOREA FOR SINGAPORE. SPRANG A LEAK IN HEAVY WEATHER CONDITIONS CREATED BY TYPHOON LOLA AND SANK. ALL CREW RESCUED BY USN ESCORT VESSEL MEYERKORD. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 14 38 N,118 0 E
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FAQ

Where is the GULF BANKER wreck located?

The GULF BANKER wreck is located at coordinates 14 38 N,118 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GULF BANKER?

The seabed around the GULF BANKER lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the GULF BANKER sink?

The GULF BANKER sank on Jan 28, 1975.

When was the wreck of the GULF BANKER discovered?

The wreck of the GULF BANKER was discovered in 1975.

What country did the GULF BANKER belong to?

The GULF BANKER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the GULF BANKER carrying?

The GULF BANKER was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the GULF BANKER?

The GULF BANKER had a tonnage of 4031 tons.

What type of wreck is the GULF BANKER?

The GULF BANKER is classified as a carrier.

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