Joviknes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Joviknes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		77 0 N,18 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 77.000000
  • Longitude: 18.500000
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOVIKNES
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 3, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2015

Surveying Details

7.12.79 REPORTEDLY SANK W OF STORFJORDEN, SVALBARD. (LL, 6.12.79) NCA, POSN 770000N, 183000E FOR FILING ONLY. 9.2.02 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 505 [1983 EDN]. NOT SHOWN ON NC 3137. SEP 2015/000244106 20.11.15 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 505 [COR 31.8.15] OR ON NO2A4436 [ED1.10, DTD 15.10.2014]. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

6.12.79 SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK W OF STORFJORDEN, SVALBARD. (LL, 6.12.79).

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FAQ

Where is the JOVIKNES wreck located?

The JOVIKNES wreck is located at coordinates 77 0 N,18 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JOVIKNES?

The seabed around the JOVIKNES lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the JOVIKNES sink?

The JOVIKNES sank on Oct 3, 1979.

When was the wreck of the JOVIKNES discovered?

The wreck of the JOVIKNES was discovered in 1979.

What country did the JOVIKNES belong to?

The JOVIKNES belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the JOVIKNES?

The JOVIKNES is classified as a fishing vessel.

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