Hoi Wan Shun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hoi wan shun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 27 N,115 18 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.450000
  • Longitude: 115.300000
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HOI WAN SHUN
Type container ship
Flag CN
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 26, 1995
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH548/448/02 12.6.95 SANK IN 222700N, 1151800E [UND]. (LL, 27.5.95). INS AS DWPA. - NM 2086/95. HH548/448/08 18.1.05 NOT SHOWN ON CHINESE 15010 [2004 EDN, 1:500,000]. DELETE. - NM 1068/05.
Last Amended Date Feb 23, 2005

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH CHINESE TANKER MIN HAI YOU 5. 19 CREW RESCUED BY TANKER WHICH RESUMED VOYAGE HONG KONG TO ?SHANTOU. ?OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FUJIAN SHIPPING CO. FUZHOU, CHINA. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 22 27 N,115 18 E
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FAQ

Where is the HOI WAN SHUN wreck located?

The HOI WAN SHUN wreck is located at coordinates 22 27 N,115 18 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HOI WAN SHUN?

The seabed around the HOI WAN SHUN lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the HOI WAN SHUN sink?

The HOI WAN SHUN sank on May 26, 1995.

When was the wreck of the HOI WAN SHUN discovered?

The wreck of the HOI WAN SHUN was discovered in 1995.

What country did the HOI WAN SHUN belong to?

The HOI WAN SHUN belonged to CN.

What type of wreck is the HOI WAN SHUN?

The HOI WAN SHUN is classified as a container ship.

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