Jinshan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Jinshan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 31.76 N,118 54.64 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.529333
  • Longitude: 118.910667
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JINSHAN
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Tonnage 11729
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 2008
Original Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.3.08 SANK IN 1831.76N, 11854.64E. (LLOYDS WEEKLY CASUALTY, 29.2.08). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1976. TOOK WATER IN ROUGH SEAS AND SANK. PASSAGE THE SOLOMAN ISLANDS FOR CHINA. CREW OF 26 RECOVERED. (LLOYDS WEEKLY CASUALTY).

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FAQ

Where is the JINSHAN wreck located?

The JINSHAN wreck is located at coordinates 18 31.76 N,118 54.64 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JINSHAN?

The seabed around the JINSHAN lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the JINSHAN sink?

The JINSHAN sank on Feb 17, 2008.

When was the wreck of the JINSHAN discovered?

The wreck of the JINSHAN was discovered in 2008.

What country did the JINSHAN belong to?

The JINSHAN belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the JINSHAN?

The JINSHAN had a tonnage of 11729 tons.

What type of wreck is the JINSHAN?

The JINSHAN is classified as a bulk carrier.

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