Irian Sarmi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Irian sarmi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 12.833 N,103 49.867 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.213883
  • Longitude: 103.831117
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRIAN SARMI
Type motor vessel
Flag ID
Length 62 m
Width 10 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 918
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 13, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3103/68 25.4.68 LYING IN 011250N, 1034958E APPROX IN 40FT OF WATER, UPSIDE DOWN WITH SMALL PART OF KEEL VISIBLE. (LL, 19.3.68). NCA YET, AWAIT PSA NM. 22.5.69 LIFTING OPERATIONS CEASED FOR TIME BEING DUE TO LEGAL COMPLICATIONS. (LLOYDS VOL.196/157). NO DECISION MADE BY OWNERS REGARDING SALVAGE OR ABANDONMENT. (LLOYDS VOL.204/483).
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1949 BY CANTIERI NAVALI FELSZEGI, TRIESTE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY P.T. SANGSAKA LINES. STARTED TO TAKE ON WATER, WHILST UNDER TOW OF A TUG FOLLOWING REPAIRS AT JURONG SHIPYARD. DECISION TAKEN TO BEACH BUT VESSEL CAPSIZED & SANK. ALL 24 CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the IRIAN SARMI wreck located?

The IRIAN SARMI wreck is located at coordinates 1 12.833 N,103 49.867 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IRIAN SARMI?

The seabed around the IRIAN SARMI lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the IRIAN SARMI sink?

The IRIAN SARMI sank on Mar 13, 1968.

When was the wreck of the IRIAN SARMI discovered?

The wreck of the IRIAN SARMI was discovered in 1968.

What country did the IRIAN SARMI belong to?

The IRIAN SARMI belonged to ID.

What was the tonnage of the IRIAN SARMI?

The IRIAN SARMI had a tonnage of 918 tons.

What type of wreck is the IRIAN SARMI?

The IRIAN SARMI is classified as a motor vessel.

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