Taveechai Marine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Taveechai marine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 42.278 N,101 25.71 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.704633
  • Longitude: 101.428500
Wreck Depth 37 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAVEECHAI MARINE
Type motor vessel
Flag TH
Length 92 m
Width 13.6 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 2722
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1993
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 11, 2006

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the TAVEECHAI MARINE is located in the Gulf of Thailand at coordinates 10 42.278 N, 101 25.71 E. Originally reported after sinking in August 1993, the vessel rests at a depth of 37 meters, equivalent to 20 fathoms. Hydrographic records indicate the site is characterized as a non-dangerous wreck. Historical data identifies the obstruction as a sunken vessel, and it remains a documented maritime feature in regional navigation charts for the Gulf of Thailand.

Surveying Details

HH544/400/01 7.9.93 HH544/400/01 7.9.93 SANK IN 104209.5N, 1012554E. (LL, 27.8.93). CHART AS USC PA 20FMS (37MTRS). BR STD. 14.4.99 14.4.99 NDW SHOWN IN 104200N, 10124.75E [WGD] ON US 93010 [6TH EDN JAN'99 1:1M]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1959 BY KK USUKI TEKKOSHO, SAIKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TAVEE THONG MARINE CO LTD. PASSAGE KUANTAN FOR BANGKOK. SANK DUE TO BAD WEATHER. ALL 22 CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TAVEECHAI MARINE wreck located?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE wreck is located at coordinates 10 42.278 N,101 25.71 E.

How deep is the TAVEECHAI MARINE and where exactly is it located?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE lies at a depth of about 37 meters and is located at coordinates 10 42.278 N,101 25.71 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAVEECHAI MARINE?

The seabed around the TAVEECHAI MARINE lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the TAVEECHAI MARINE sink?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE sank on Aug 21, 1993.

When was the wreck of the TAVEECHAI MARINE discovered?

The wreck of the TAVEECHAI MARINE was discovered in 1993.

What country did the TAVEECHAI MARINE belong to?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE belonged to TH.

What cargo was the TAVEECHAI MARINE carrying?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the TAVEECHAI MARINE?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE had a tonnage of 2722 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAVEECHAI MARINE?

The TAVEECHAI MARINE is classified as a motor vessel.

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