Induna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Induna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 15 S,44 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -26.250000
  • Longitude: 44.916667
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INDUNA
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 86.3 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1776
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 5, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4659/71 30.9.79 SANK IN 261500S, 445500E APPROX. (LL 1.10.77). NCA. H4659/71 11.12.79 NDWPA IN 261500S, 445500E. (US NM 61033/45 79). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 1, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1953. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MARAMADO ARMADORA, S A. PASSAGE DURBAN FOR PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS AND REUNION. SANK SUDDENLY IN HEAVY SEAS AFTER TAKING IN WATER. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the INDUNA wreck located?

The INDUNA wreck is located at coordinates 26 15 S,44 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the INDUNA?

The seabed around the INDUNA lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the INDUNA sink?

The INDUNA sank on Sep 5, 1979.

When was the wreck of the INDUNA discovered?

The wreck of the INDUNA was discovered in 1979.

What country did the INDUNA belong to?

The INDUNA belonged to PA.

What cargo was the INDUNA carrying?

The INDUNA was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the INDUNA?

The INDUNA had a tonnage of 1776 tons.

What type of wreck is the INDUNA?

The INDUNA is classified as a motor vessel.

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