Seacrest Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Seacrest Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 30.12 N,100 29.81 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.502000
  • Longitude: 100.496833
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SEACREST
Type drill vessel/rig
Flag PA
Length 111.9 m
Width 29.9 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 5372
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH544/350/01 14.12.89 HH544/350/01 14.12.89 WILL BE SUNK OFF THE RESORT ISLAND OF KO SAMUI TO BECOME A BREEDING GROUND FOR MARINE LIFE. (LL, 20.11.89). POSN 093000N, 1003000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 29, 2025

Circumstances of loss

3.11.89 BUILT IN 1977 BY FAR EAST-LEVINGSTONE SHIPBUILDING LTD, SINGAPORE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SEASCREST DRILLING CO. CAPSIZED 3.11.89 DURING TYPHOON 'GAY' WHILE DRILLING FOR NATURAL GAS IN PLATONG GASFIELD. REMAINED AFLOAT UPSIDE DOWN FOR A NUMBER OF DAYS. 91 LIVES LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SEACREST wreck located?

The SEACREST wreck is located at coordinates 9 30.12 N,100 29.81 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEACREST?

The seabed around the SEACREST lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SEACREST discovered?

The wreck of the SEACREST was discovered in 1989.

What country did the SEACREST belong to?

The SEACREST belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the SEACREST?

The SEACREST had a tonnage of 5372 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEACREST?

The SEACREST is classified as a drill vessel/rig.

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