Matipo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Matipo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 49.333 S,166 46.75 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -22.822217
  • Longitude: 166.779167
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MATIPO
Type motor vessel
Length 47.9 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 2.9
Tonnage 398
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 7, 1968
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date May 11, 1989

Simplified Wreck Survey

UK Hydrographic Office survey data for the shipwreck MATIPO located at coordinates 22 49.333 S, 166 46.75 E near New Caledonia. Historical hydrographic survey records document the position, status updates, and subsequent removal or charting amendments for this underwater obstruction.

Surveying Details

H6631/55 3.12.68 H6631/55 3.12.68 ST IN 224920S, 1664645E. (PARIS NM 68.45.34). - NM 2094/68. H6631/55 24.3.69 H6631/55 24.3.69 DELETE. (PARIS NM 69.10.41). DELETE. BR STD. 16.5.88 16.5.88 ST IN 224920S, 1664645E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. 11.5.89 11.5.89 NO LONGER SHOWN. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMEND TO DEAD. NE 936B.

Circumstances of loss

7.5.68 STRANDED DURING NIGHT OF 7.5.68. DRIVEN STEADILY UP ON TO REEF WITH LITTLE DAMAGE EXCEPT ENGINE ROOM HOLED. SALVAGE PRESUMABLY BEYOND LOCAL RESORCES. (LLOYDS)

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FAQ

Where is the MATIPO wreck located?

The MATIPO wreck is located at coordinates 22 49.333 S,166 46.75 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MATIPO?

The seabed around the MATIPO lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the MATIPO sink?

The MATIPO sank on May 7, 1968.

When was the wreck of the MATIPO discovered?

The wreck of the MATIPO was discovered in 1968.

What cargo was the MATIPO carrying?

The MATIPO was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds.

What was the tonnage of the MATIPO?

The MATIPO had a tonnage of 398 tons.

What type of wreck is the MATIPO?

The MATIPO is classified as a motor vessel.

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