Ocean Charter Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ocean charter Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
24 32 N,119 4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.533333
  • Longitude: 119.066667
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN CHARTER
Type fishing vessel
Flag BZ
Length 41.5 m
Tonnage 527
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 6, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH554/400/01 14.11.96 SANK IN 243200N, 1190400E. (LL 11.11.96). INS AS NDW PA - BR STD. 5.12.07 NOT SHOWN ON CHINESE 14100 [05' EDN]. RETAIN. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2021

Circumstances of loss

SANK DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER. CREW OF NINE PICKED UP BY PASSING VESSEL. ONE MISSING.

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN CHARTER wreck located?

The OCEAN CHARTER wreck is located at coordinates 24 32 N,119 4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN CHARTER?

The seabed around the OCEAN CHARTER lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN CHARTER sink?

The OCEAN CHARTER sank on Nov 6, 1996.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN CHARTER discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN CHARTER was discovered in 1996.

What country did the OCEAN CHARTER belong to?

The OCEAN CHARTER belonged to BZ.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN CHARTER?

The OCEAN CHARTER had a tonnage of 527 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN CHARTER?

The OCEAN CHARTER is classified as a fishing vessel.