New Galaxy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
New galaxy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
20 17.56 N,92 33.24 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.292667
  • Longitude: 92.554000
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEW GALAXY
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Tonnage 931
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2290/75 22.7.82 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 201730N 923324E APPROX. (LL 22.7.82). INS AS DWPA. - NM 2749/82..
Last Amended Date Mar 25, 1999

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CHITTAGONG FOR SINGAPORE. ABANDONED DUE TO ENGINE FAILURE. VESSEL LATER SANK AT ANCHOR. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NEW GALAXY wreck located?

The NEW GALAXY wreck is located at coordinates 20 17.56 N,92 33.24 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NEW GALAXY?

The seabed around the NEW GALAXY lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When did the NEW GALAXY sink?

The NEW GALAXY sank on Jul 1, 1982.

When was the wreck of the NEW GALAXY discovered?

The wreck of the NEW GALAXY was discovered in 1982.

What country did the NEW GALAXY belong to?

The NEW GALAXY belonged to PA.

What cargo was the NEW GALAXY carrying?

The NEW GALAXY was carrying grain,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the NEW GALAXY?

The NEW GALAXY had a tonnage of 931 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEW GALAXY?

The NEW GALAXY is classified as a motor vessel.