Gogo Runner Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gogo runner Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 42.9 S,40 57.8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -11.715000
  • Longitude: 40.963333
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOGO RUNNER
Type tanker
Flag PA
Length 172.5 m
Width 21.6 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 12550
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1273/80 9.8.82 REPORTED SUNK IN 114254S, 405748E. (LL). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1958 BY EMPRESA NACIONAL 'BAZAN' DE C.N.M., S.A., FERROL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY EUROAM TANKERS, S.A. PASSAGE RIO GRANDE, BRAZIL FOR BOMBAY. SANK IN THE MOZAMBIQUE CHANNEL TWO DAYS AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK IN HER ENGINE-ROOM. ENTIRE CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the GOGO RUNNER wreck located?

The GOGO RUNNER wreck is located at coordinates 11 42.9 S,40 57.8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GOGO RUNNER?

The seabed around the GOGO RUNNER lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the GOGO RUNNER sink?

The GOGO RUNNER sank on Jun 25, 1982.

When was the wreck of the GOGO RUNNER discovered?

The wreck of the GOGO RUNNER was discovered in 1982.

What country did the GOGO RUNNER belong to?

The GOGO RUNNER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the GOGO RUNNER carrying?

The GOGO RUNNER was carrying foodstuffs: solid,oil.

What was the tonnage of the GOGO RUNNER?

The GOGO RUNNER had a tonnage of 12550 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOGO RUNNER?

The GOGO RUNNER is classified as a tanker.

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