Geertruida Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Geertruida Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 47.2 S,13 55.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -23.786667
  • Longitude: 13.925000
Water Depth 190 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEERTRUIDA
Type trawler
Flag ZA
Length 43.3 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 319
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3211/74 2.3.84 H3211/74 2.3.84 SANK IN 234712S, 135530E. (LL 31.1.84). INS AS NDW. BR STD. H3211/74 4.6.84 H3211/74 4.6.84 POSN CONFIRMED. (SA NM 30/84).
Last Amended Date Mar 12, 1984

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE AND WAS ABANDONED. LATER TAKEN IN TOW, BUT SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the GEERTRUIDA wreck located?

The GEERTRUIDA wreck is located at coordinates 23 47.2 S,13 55.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GEERTRUIDA?

The seabed around the GEERTRUIDA lies at approximately 190 meters deep.

When did the GEERTRUIDA sink?

The GEERTRUIDA sank on Jan 30, 1984.

When was the wreck of the GEERTRUIDA discovered?

The wreck of the GEERTRUIDA was discovered in 1984.

What country did the GEERTRUIDA belong to?

The GEERTRUIDA belonged to ZA.

What was the tonnage of the GEERTRUIDA?

The GEERTRUIDA had a tonnage of 319 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEERTRUIDA?

The GEERTRUIDA is classified as a trawler.

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