Malaya Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Malaya Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		2 1.377 N,111 0.21 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.022950
  • Longitude: 111.003500
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALAYA
Type Wooden Vessel
Flag MY
Tonnage 76
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 26, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 28.1.76 SANK NEAR KUALA RAJANG, CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 28.1.76) 16.2.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 020125N, 1110000E APPROX. NO POSSIBILITY OF SALVING HULL OR CARGO. (LL, 11.2.76) NCA YET, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 14, 2023

Circumstances of loss

28.1.76 SPRANG A LEAK & SANK NEAR KUALA RAJANG WHILST EN-ROUTE SEBUYAU TO TANJONG MANI. (LL, 28.1.76)

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FAQ

Where is the MALAYA wreck located?

The MALAYA wreck is located at coordinates 2 1.377 N,111 0.21 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MALAYA?

The seabed around the MALAYA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the MALAYA sink?

The MALAYA sank on Jan 26, 1976.

When was the wreck of the MALAYA discovered?

The wreck of the MALAYA was discovered in 1976.

What country did the MALAYA belong to?

The MALAYA belonged to MY.

What cargo was the MALAYA carrying?

The MALAYA was carrying timber,wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MALAYA?

The MALAYA had a tonnage of 76 tons.

What type of wreck is the MALAYA?

The MALAYA is classified as a wooden vessel.

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