Sea Trader Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sea trader Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 11.7 N,62 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.195000
  • Longitude: -62.750000
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEA TRADER
Type carrier
Flag SG
Length 149.4 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 11.9
Tonnage 8383
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 10, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.4.76 REPORTED SUNK IN 332000N, 620900W APPROX. (LL 12.4.76). NCA. 20.4.76 REPORTED SUNK IN 331142N, 624500W APPROX. (LL 15.4.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 9, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1957 BY HITACHI ZOEN, INNOSHIMA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TIANNA SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE INDIA FOR PHILADELPHIA. SUSTAINED A HULL FRACTURE IN VERY HEAVY SEAS. CREW OF 29 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SEA TRADER wreck located?

The SEA TRADER wreck is located at coordinates 33 11.7 N,62 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEA TRADER?

The seabed around the SEA TRADER lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the SEA TRADER sink?

The SEA TRADER sank on Apr 10, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SEA TRADER discovered?

The wreck of the SEA TRADER was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SEA TRADER belong to?

The SEA TRADER belonged to SG.

What cargo was the SEA TRADER carrying?

The SEA TRADER was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the SEA TRADER?

The SEA TRADER had a tonnage of 8383 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEA TRADER?

The SEA TRADER is classified as a carrier.

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