Nan Sing 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
Nan sing Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 37.833 N,120 44.6 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.630550
  • Longitude: 120.743333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAN SING
Type steam ship
Length 78.9 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 6.3
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4877/51 26.2.69 H4877/51 26.2.69 INS ST IN 243800N, 1204400E. (LLOYDS CASUALTY LIST, OCT 1968). BR STD. 26.6.81 26.6.81 SHOWN IN 243750N, 1204436E ON TAIWAN 0356. BR STD. 26.8.84 26.8.84 NOT SHOWN JAPANESE 525.
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1944 BY PENDLETON SHIPYARD CO, NEW ORLEANS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TA SHENG NAVIGATION CO. PASSAGE COASWISE KAOSHING FOR KEELUNG. BEACHED AFER SPRINGING A LEAK IN TYPHOON ELAINE. CREW RECOVERED. WK SUBSEQUENTLY DISMANTLED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the NAN SING wreck located?

The NAN SING wreck is located at coordinates 24 37.833 N,120 44.6 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAN SING?

The seabed around the NAN SING lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the NAN SING sink?

The NAN SING sank on Sep 28, 1968.

When was the wreck of the NAN SING discovered?

The wreck of the NAN SING was discovered in 1968.

What cargo was the NAN SING carrying?

The NAN SING was carrying general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the NAN SING?

The NAN SING is classified as a steam ship.

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