Tasco Alpha (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Tasco alpha (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 55.5 N,106 4.7 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.925000
  • Longitude: 106.078333
Water Depth 28 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY)
Type tanker
Flag TH
Length 77.9 m
Width 12 m
Draught 5.1
Tonnage 1272
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 2001
Original Detection Year 2001
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 28, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck identified as the Tasco Alpha is located at coordinates 07 55.5 N, 106 04.7 E in the South China Sea. This underwater obstruction is officially documented in UK Hydrographic Office records following reports of a vessel in distress. The wreck site is categorized as a dangerous wreck located within these specific maritime coordinates. Historical data indicates the vessel, believed to be the Tasco Alpha, was reported sunk in the vicinity of these coordinates with no signs of pollution observed at the time of the incident. The site remains a charted underwater hazard for maritime navigation in the region.

Surveying Details

HH553/540/02 28.11.01 HH553/540/02 28.11.01 IN DISTRESS IN VICINITY OF 0755.5N, 0604.7E. BELIEVED SUNK BUT NO SIGN OF POLLUTION. (LL 20.11.01). HH553/540/02 28.11.01 HH553/540/02 28.11.01 DW (?TASCO ALPHA) IN 0755.5N, 10604.7E. (LL 22.11.01). HH553/540/02 28.11.01 HH553/540/02 28.11.01 DW IN 0755.5N, 10604.7E [WGD]. (HYDROPAC 1872/01). - NM 96/02. HH553/540/03 2.1.03 HH553/540/03 2.1.03 DW IN 0755.50N, 10604.70E [UND]. (CHINESE NM 47/882/02). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

EX-CHAK CARNATION-93, EX-PRINCESS NATALIA-93. EX-SHINHEIWA-92, EX-SHINHEIWA MARU-92. BUILT IN 1981 BY Y K TOKAI ZOSENSHO, TSUKUMK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DELTA SHIPPING CO LTD, TIPCO MARITIME LTD, BANGKOK. SIX CYLINDER OIL ENGINE OF 2000BHP. MACHINERY BY HANSHIN DIESEL WORKS LTD. PASSAGE SINGAPORE FOR HAIPHONG. TOOK WATER IN THE ENGINE ROOM, VESSEL ABANDONED AND LATER SANK. CREW OF 12 RECOVERED.

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FAQ

Where is the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 7 55.5 N,106 4.7 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 28 meters deep.

When did the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) sink?

The TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 20, 2001.

When was the wreck of the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 2001.

What country did the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) belong to?

The TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) belonged to TH.

What was the tonnage of the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY)?

The TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1272 tons.

What type of wreck is the TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY)?

The TASCO ALPHA (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.

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