Namaque Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Namaque Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 24.8 S,18 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.413333
  • Longitude: 18.083333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAMAQUE
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 23, 1993
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH450/400/01 15.2.93 HH450/400/01 15.2.93 HARD AGROUND ON ROCKS AT HOUT [?HOUSE] BAY, ON N SIDE OF DASSEN ISLAND. UNLIKELY TO BE REFLOATED. (LL, 27.1.93). NCA YET, POSN 332448S, 180500E FOR FILING ONLY
Last Amended Date Jun 12, 2009

Circumstances of loss

26.1.93 RAN AGROUND, ALL CREW SAFE. (LL, 26.1.93).

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FAQ

Where is the NAMAQUE wreck located?

The NAMAQUE wreck is located at coordinates 33 24.8 S,18 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAMAQUE?

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

When did the NAMAQUE sink?

The NAMAQUE sank on Jan 23, 1993.

When was the wreck of the NAMAQUE discovered?

The wreck of the NAMAQUE was discovered in 1993.

What country did the NAMAQUE belong to?

The NAMAQUE belonged to ZA.

What type of wreck is the NAMAQUE?

The NAMAQUE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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