Oinoussai 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
Oinoussai Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 8 S,15 51.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -28.133333
  • Longitude: 15.858333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OINOUSSAI
Type carrier
Flag LR
Length 136.2 m
Width 17.2 m
Draught 8.6
Tonnage 6922
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 28, 1967
Original Detection Year 1967
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details WRECKED 35 MILES OF N MOUTH OF ORANGE RIVER. (SEA BREEZES, MAY 1980). NCA. GROUNDED IN 2808.0S, 1551.0E. (MSD). NCA. 10.9.12 10.9.12 QUOTED POSNS DISAGREE. PROBABLY [69040] (QV). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2019

Circumstances of loss

EX-DEVON CITY. BUILT IN 1933 BY FURNESS SHIPBUILDING CO, HAVERTON HILL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHEYENNE CIA NAV SA. PASSAGE PHILLIPINES FOR EUROPE. RAN AGROUND IN DENSE FOG. CREW RECOVERED BY HELICOPTER. SHIP SUBSEQUENTLY BROKE IN TWO. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the OINOUSSAI wreck located?

The OINOUSSAI wreck is located at coordinates 28 8 S,15 51.5 E.

When did the OINOUSSAI sink?

The OINOUSSAI sank on Aug 28, 1967.

When was the wreck of the OINOUSSAI discovered?

The wreck of the OINOUSSAI was discovered in 1967.

What country did the OINOUSSAI belong to?

The OINOUSSAI belonged to LR.

What cargo was the OINOUSSAI carrying?

The OINOUSSAI was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the OINOUSSAI?

The OINOUSSAI had a tonnage of 6922 tons.

What type of wreck is the OINOUSSAI?

The OINOUSSAI is classified as a carrier.

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