Kota Selatan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kota selatan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 16.1 S,39 51.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -5.268333
  • Longitude: 39.855000
Water Depth 176 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KOTA SELATAN
Type motor vessel
Flag SG
Length 144.8 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 11.9
Tonnage 8314
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 19, 1971
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.6.71 GROUNDED IN 052130S, 394930E APPROX, & LATER SLID OFF INTO DEEP WATER, WITH ONLY OIL SLICK VISIBLE FROM THE AIR. (LLOYDS VOL.204). FOR FILING ONLY. 17.6.03 SALVAGE REPORT STATES OIL SLICK SIGHTED IN 0516.10S, 3951.30E. (KEVIN PATIENCE VISIT TO UKHO, DTD 12.6.03). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 9, 2003

Circumstances of loss

EX- STRAAT SOENDA, BUILT 1939 BY C V D GLESSEN, KRIMPEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL LINES (PTE). PASSAGE DAR ES SALAAM FOR MOMBASA. STRUCK A REEF & GROUNDED ON SE CORNER OF PEMBA ISLAND FOLLOWING RADAR FAILURE. LATER SLID OFF THE REEF & SANK. CREW SAFE. (MSD & SHIPWRECKS & SALVAGE ON THE E AFRICAN COAST, K. PATIENCE [PHOTO OF VESSEL]).

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FAQ

Where is the KOTA SELATAN wreck located?

The KOTA SELATAN wreck is located at coordinates 5 16.1 S,39 51.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KOTA SELATAN?

The seabed around the KOTA SELATAN lies at approximately 176 meters deep.

When did the KOTA SELATAN sink?

The KOTA SELATAN sank on May 19, 1971.

When was the wreck of the KOTA SELATAN discovered?

The wreck of the KOTA SELATAN was discovered in 1971.

What country did the KOTA SELATAN belong to?

The KOTA SELATAN belonged to SG.

What cargo was the KOTA SELATAN carrying?

The KOTA SELATAN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KOTA SELATAN?

The KOTA SELATAN had a tonnage of 8314 tons.

What type of wreck is the KOTA SELATAN?

The KOTA SELATAN is classified as a motor vessel.

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