Hekiyo Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hekiyo maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 12 N,115 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.200000
  • Longitude: 115.750000
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HEKIYO MARU
Type carrier
Flag JP
Length 101.5 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 2980
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.2.76 SANK WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF COLLISION, IN 221200N, 1154500E APPROX. (LL, 18 & 20.2.76). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 24, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1971 BY IMAI ZOSEN, KOCHI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KASHIMA KAIUN SANGYO KK. PASSAGE YOKOHAMA FOR HONG KONG. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION IN DENSE FOG WITH SOMALI MV 'KUN SHAN'. 16 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the HEKIYO MARU wreck located?

The HEKIYO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 22 12 N,115 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HEKIYO MARU?

The seabed around the HEKIYO MARU lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the HEKIYO MARU sink?

The HEKIYO MARU sank on Feb 17, 1976.

When was the wreck of the HEKIYO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the HEKIYO MARU was discovered in 1976.

What country did the HEKIYO MARU belong to?

The HEKIYO MARU belonged to JP.

What cargo was the HEKIYO MARU carrying?

The HEKIYO MARU was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the HEKIYO MARU?

The HEKIYO MARU had a tonnage of 2980 tons.

What type of wreck is the HEKIYO MARU?

The HEKIYO MARU is classified as a carrier.

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