Ocean Ruby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean ruby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 20 N,120 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.333333
  • Longitude: 120.166667
Water Depth 2550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN RUBY
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 93.6 m
Width 31.7 m
Draught 12.2
Tonnage 2818
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 20, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH553/760/01 28.2.96 SANK IN 182000N, 1201000E. (LL 22.2.96). PLOTS IN >2500MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND LATER SANK. PASSAGE MALAYSIA FOR JAPAN. CREW ABANDONED SHIP AND 16 OF 18 WERE RESCUED. TWO STILL MISSING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN RUBY wreck located?

The OCEAN RUBY wreck is located at coordinates 18 20 N,120 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN RUBY?

The seabed around the OCEAN RUBY lies at approximately 2550 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN RUBY sink?

The OCEAN RUBY sank on Feb 20, 1996.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN RUBY discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN RUBY was discovered in 1996.

What country did the OCEAN RUBY belong to?

The OCEAN RUBY belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN RUBY?

The OCEAN RUBY had a tonnage of 2818 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN RUBY?

The OCEAN RUBY is classified as a carrier.

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