Coelacanthe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Coelacanthe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 5 S,46 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -15.083333
  • Longitude: 46.916667
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COELACANTHE
Type barge
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 6, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.7.72 SANK ABOUT 35M N OF MAJUNGA AND PROBABLY 10M FROM NEAREST LAND. (LL 209, 212). POSN 150500S, 465500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

ON LOADED PASSAGE MAHAJAMBA BAY FOR MAJUNGA. SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 5 S,46 55 E
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FAQ

Where is the COELACANTHE wreck located?

The COELACANTHE wreck is located at coordinates 15 5 S,46 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the COELACANTHE?

The seabed around the COELACANTHE lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the COELACANTHE sink?

The COELACANTHE sank on May 6, 1972.

When was the wreck of the COELACANTHE discovered?

The wreck of the COELACANTHE was discovered in 1972.

What country did the COELACANTHE belong to?

The COELACANTHE belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the COELACANTHE?

The COELACANTHE is classified as a barge.

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