Perina Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Perina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
36 12 S,22 12 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: -36.200000
- Longitude: 22.200000
|
| Water Depth |
165 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PERINA |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
ZA |
| Tonnage |
206 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
May 29, 1978
|
| Original Detection Year |
1978 |
| Last Detection Year |
1978 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 29, 2010 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck PERINA is located at coordinates 36 12 S, 22 12 E off the coast of South Africa, south of Cape Agulhas. The vessel was reported sinking on June 5, 1978, and currently rests in approximately 90 fathoms of water. This underwater obstruction is recorded as a sunken wreck for navigational charting purposes. While the structural condition remains unverified, this underwater site is cataloged for maritime records near the southern tip of the African continent.
Surveying Details
29.5.78 VESSEL REPORTED SINKING IN 365000S, 205800E 100K S OF CAPE AGULHAS. (LL 30.5.78) 5.6.78 NOW REPORTED SINKING IN 361200S, 221200E IN 90FTMS OF WATER. (LL 7.8.78). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Circumstances of loss
OWNED BY CHAPMANS PEAK FISHERIES SANK OFF CAPE AGULHAS. ALL 15 CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. (LL VOL. 232 & 233)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
36 12 S,22 12 E
Perina on Wreck Map
Perina Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the PERINA wreck located?
The PERINA wreck is located at coordinates 36 12 S,22 12 E.
How deep is the seabed around the PERINA?
The seabed around the PERINA lies at approximately 165 meters deep.
When did the PERINA sink?
The PERINA sank on May 29, 1978.
When was the wreck of the PERINA discovered?
The wreck of the PERINA was discovered in 1978.
What country did the PERINA belong to?
The PERINA belonged to ZA.
What was the tonnage of the PERINA?
The PERINA had a tonnage of 206 tons.
What type of wreck is the PERINA?
The PERINA is classified as a fishing vessel.