Sampaguita Express Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sampaguita express Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 15 N,121 48 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.250000
  • Longitude: 121.800000
Water Depth 1576 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS
Type merchant vessel
Flag PH
Tonnage 112
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 31, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH552/415/02 12.11.96 SANK 8M NW OF ALIMPAYA POINT, SIBUCO. (LL, 5.11.96) NCA, POSN 071500N, 1214800E FOR FILING ONLY, PLOTS IN 862FMSS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 3, 2000

Circumstances of loss

5.11.96 SANK DUE TO LARGE WAVES AND STRONG WINDS WHILST EN-ROUTE SIRAWAI TO ZAMBOANGA CITY. ALL 91 PASSENGERS & CREW RESCUED. VESSEL, BUILT 1986, WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SAMPAGUITA SHIPPING LINES. (LL, 5.11.96).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS wreck located?

The SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS wreck is located at coordinates 7 15 N,121 48 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS?

The seabed around the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS lies at approximately 1576 meters deep.

When did the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS sink?

The SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS sank on Oct 31, 1996.

When was the wreck of the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS discovered?

The wreck of the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS was discovered in 1996.

What country did the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS belong to?

The SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS belonged to PH.

What was the tonnage of the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS?

The SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS had a tonnage of 112 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS?

The SAMPAGUITA EXPRESS is classified as a merchant vessel.

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