Yiaw Yang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yiaw yang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 31 N,117 3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.516667
  • Longitude: 117.050000
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YIAW YANG
Type carrier
Flag MY
Length 119.5 m
Width 18 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 5577
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.2.00 HOLDS FLOODED IN 1523.7N, 11709.2E. SUBSEQUENTLY SANK IN 1531.0N, 11703.0E [UND]. (LLOYDS MARINE TOTAL LOSSES JAN 2000). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 4, 2000

Circumstances of loss

DEVELOPED A 15 DEG LIST AND HOLDS 1 & 2 FLOODED. 16 CREW TAKEN OFF. LATER SANK. REMAINING CREW RECOVERED. PASSAGE SANDAKAN FOR CHINA.

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FAQ

Where is the YIAW YANG wreck located?

The YIAW YANG wreck is located at coordinates 15 31 N,117 3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YIAW YANG?

The seabed around the YIAW YANG lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the YIAW YANG sink?

The YIAW YANG sank on Jan 27, 2000.

When was the wreck of the YIAW YANG discovered?

The wreck of the YIAW YANG was discovered in 2000.

What country did the YIAW YANG belong to?

The YIAW YANG belonged to MY.

What was the tonnage of the YIAW YANG?

The YIAW YANG had a tonnage of 5577 tons.

What type of wreck is the YIAW YANG?

The YIAW YANG is classified as a carrier.

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