Golfe De Tadjourah Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Golfe de tadjourah Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 56.6 N,54 48.617 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.943333
  • Longitude: 54.810283
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLFE DE TADJOURAH
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 68.6 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 492
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 11, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1273/79 2.7.80 VESSEL IN 165636N, 544837E. LATER REPORTED TOTALLY SUBMERGED & SALVAGE LIKELY TO BE DIFFICULT & DANGEROUS. (LLOYDS VOL.240). NCA, PLOTS V CLOSE INSHORE.
Last Amended Date Apr 13, 2023

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM BOMBAY TO SALALAH. STRUCK A ROCK 80M FROM SALALAH, LATER FOUND AWASH 20M FROM SALALAH HAVING GROUNDED IN HEAVY WEATHER AFTER DRAGGING ANCHOR. SALVAGE OPS CONSIDERED DIFFICULT & DANGEROUS. 11 CREW SAFE, FIVE MISSING. (LLOYDS VOL.240).

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FAQ

Where is the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH wreck located?

The GOLFE DE TADJOURAH wreck is located at coordinates 16 56.6 N,54 48.617 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH?

The seabed around the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH sink?

The GOLFE DE TADJOURAH sank on Jun 11, 1980.

When was the wreck of the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH discovered?

The wreck of the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH was discovered in 1980.

What country did the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH belong to?

The GOLFE DE TADJOURAH belonged to PA.

What cargo was the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH carrying?

The GOLFE DE TADJOURAH was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH?

The GOLFE DE TADJOURAH had a tonnage of 492 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOLFE DE TADJOURAH?

The GOLFE DE TADJOURAH is classified as a motor vessel.

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