Neritopsis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Neritopsis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 35 N,116 58 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.583333
  • Longitude: 116.966667
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name NERITOPSIS
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 12000
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1956
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H7136/56 29.11.56 SANK AFTER HITTING SUBMERGED ROCK IN 083200N, 1164000E APPROX. (LL). NCA. H852/57 4.7.57 ROCK AWASH PA WITH LEGEND 'NERITOPSIS' IN 083900N, 1165500E. WRECK THOUGHT TO BE IN 083500N, 1165800E(HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE). - NM 1584/57.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2019

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SHELL TANKERS LTD. PASSAGE MIRI FOR JAPAN. RAN AGROUND ON A PREVIOUSLY UNCHARTED SHOAL AND LATER SANK OFF PALAWAN. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NERITOPSIS wreck located?

The NERITOPSIS wreck is located at coordinates 8 35 N,116 58 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NERITOPSIS?

The seabed around the NERITOPSIS lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the NERITOPSIS sink?

The NERITOPSIS sank on Nov 17, 1956.

When was the wreck of the NERITOPSIS discovered?

The wreck of the NERITOPSIS was discovered in 1956.

What country did the NERITOPSIS belong to?

The NERITOPSIS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NERITOPSIS carrying?

The NERITOPSIS was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the NERITOPSIS?

The NERITOPSIS had a tonnage of 12000 tons.

What type of wreck is the NERITOPSIS?

The NERITOPSIS is classified as a tanker.

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