Nan Yung Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nan yung Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 22 S,17 12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.366667
  • Longitude: 17.200000
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAN YUNG
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 182
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3211/71 23.7.84 SANK IN 331700S, 170600E. (LL, 22.6.84). NCA. H3211/71 4.9.84 SANK IN 332200S, 171200E. (LL, 25.8.84). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 12, 2009

Circumstances of loss

25.8.84 VESSEL SANK 55M OFF SALDANHA BAY DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TZER-MIN LEE, VESSEL WAS REGISTERED AT KAOHSIUNG. 1 CREWMAN DROWNED AND 16 WERE RESCUED. (LL, 25.8.84)

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FAQ

Where is the NAN YUNG wreck located?

The NAN YUNG wreck is located at coordinates 33 22 S,17 12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAN YUNG?

The seabed around the NAN YUNG lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the NAN YUNG sink?

The NAN YUNG sank on Jun 20, 1984.

When was the wreck of the NAN YUNG discovered?

The wreck of the NAN YUNG was discovered in 1984.

What cargo was the NAN YUNG carrying?

The NAN YUNG was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the NAN YUNG?

The NAN YUNG had a tonnage of 182 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAN YUNG?

The NAN YUNG is classified as a fishing vessel.

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