Fauabu Twoomey Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Fauabu twoomey Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 10.872 S,168 6.537 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -15.181200
  • Longitude: 168.108950
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FAUABU TWOOMEY
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 7, 2008

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel FAUABU TWOOMEY lies aground and holed on Narovorovo Beach on the coast of Maewo Island, Vanuatu. Located at the precise coordinates 15 10.872 S, 168 6.537 E, the site serves as an underwater obstruction following reports that the vessel ran aground and sustained significant hull damage. Salvage operations for this wreck are considered difficult, and the structural integrity of the vessel is expected to be well broken due to its exposed position on the beach. This underwater obstruction is monitored for maritime safety and navigation purposes.

Surveying Details

9.4.70 AGROUND & HOLED ON NAROVOROVO BEACH. SALVAGE WILL BE DIFFICULT. (LL 200). POSN 151108.5S, 1680606.5E FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MELANESIAN ANGLIAN MISSION. AGROUND AND HOLD. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 10.872 S,168 6.537 E
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FAQ

Where is the FAUABU TWOOMEY wreck located?

The FAUABU TWOOMEY wreck is located at coordinates 15 10.872 S,168 6.537 E.

When did the FAUABU TWOOMEY sink?

The FAUABU TWOOMEY sank on Apr 1, 1970.

When was the wreck of the FAUABU TWOOMEY discovered?

The wreck of the FAUABU TWOOMEY was discovered in 1970.

What country did the FAUABU TWOOMEY belong to?

The FAUABU TWOOMEY belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FAUABU TWOOMEY?

The FAUABU TWOOMEY is classified as a motor vessel.

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