Lieng Kiu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lieng kiu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 58.851 N,100 21.585 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.980850
  • Longitude: 100.359750
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LIENG KIU
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Length 88.8 m
Width 14.1 m
Draught 9
Tonnage 2411
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts,general and mixed goods,timber,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 30, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H4719/70 27.8.75 DWPA IN 035848N, 1002136E. (MARINE DEPT, MALAYSIA, NM 41/75). - NM 1937/75. 23.4.80 NOW THOUGHT TO HAVE BEEN AN INSURANCE FRAUD & PROBABLY DID NOT SINK AT ALL. (F HINDS, R BEAZLEY MARINE LTD, TELECON). NCA. H4719/70 18.2.76 INS ON 1353. - NM 448/76.
Last Amended Date Apr 6, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1948 BY EVIANS DEAKIN & CO PTY LTD, BRISBANE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SUMMIT SHIPPING LINE. PASSAGE PENANG FOR SRI LANKA. ABANDONED IN STRAIT OF MALACCA AFTER DEVELOPING LEAKS IN ENGINE ROOM. CREW OF 25 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LIENG KIU wreck located?

The LIENG KIU wreck is located at coordinates 3 58.851 N,100 21.585 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LIENG KIU?

The seabed around the LIENG KIU lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the LIENG KIU sink?

The LIENG KIU sank on Jun 30, 1975.

When was the wreck of the LIENG KIU discovered?

The wreck of the LIENG KIU was discovered in 1975.

What country did the LIENG KIU belong to?

The LIENG KIU belonged to PA.

What cargo was the LIENG KIU carrying?

The LIENG KIU was carrying machinery and mechanical parts,general and mixed goods,timber,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the LIENG KIU?

The LIENG KIU had a tonnage of 2411 tons.

What type of wreck is the LIENG KIU?

The LIENG KIU is classified as a steam ship.

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