Sea Trans 1 (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Sea trans 1 (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 47.833 N,51 16.833 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.797217
  • Longitude: 51.280550
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag AE
Orientation 115
Tonnage 2646
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 4, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck identified as SEA TRANS 1 is located off the coast of Somalia in the Guardafui Channel at coordinates 11 47.833 N, 51 16.833 E. Originally reported aground in 1989 and subsequently abandoned with no salvage operations performed, the vessel remains a conspicuous wreck at this maritime location. Historical survey data indicates the wreck consists of a steel hull, with structural descriptions noting the presence of two masts and a position oriented WNW/ESE. The wreck is charted as a dangerous underwater obstruction and is recognized as a significant nautical hazard in the area.

Surveying Details

HH120/351/01 27.6.89 REPORTED AGROUND IN 114500N, 511700E, APPROX. (NAVAREA IX 216/89). NCA. HH120/351/01 15.8.89 ABANDONED. NO SALVAGE OPERATIONS APPEAR TO HAVE BEEN UNDERTAKEN. (LL 277). HAMBURG NM T(66)BA 100/89, CHARTS THIS WK AS DWPA. NCA YET ON BA CHARTS. HH120/351/01 2.4.90 CONSPIC STRANDED WK, LYING WITH BOW ONSHORE & HEADING WNW/ESE SIGHTED FROM ABOUT 5M IN POSN OF THE NORTHERLY OF THREE ALREADY CHARTED WKS. HAS TWO MASTS. (MV 'KWANGTUNG', HN DTD 9.2.90). ALREADY CHARTED. NCA. 26.6.92 SHOWN AS DW ON RUSSIAN 42082 [CORR. TO 12.10.85]. THOUGHT TO BE REMAINS OF FORMER ST WRECK IN SAME POSN. [SEE 63082]. 7.7.03 INS AS ST IN 1147.833N, 5116.833E [WGD]. (STS FOR PA CONSPIC). NC 2970.

Circumstances of loss

EX-KALAM '88, EX-GULF CARRIER '87, EX-MAYA '85, EX-ASTARTE '83, EX-PAMBOLA '81, EX-QUEENSLAND '76, EX-GREATHOPE '64. BUILT 1958 BY AUSTIN & PICKERSGILL LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY USMAN KHATAK. PASSAGE FROM MODISICO, SOMALIA IN BALLAST. APPARENTLY GROUNDED IN VICINITY CAPE GUARDAFUI AFTER DEVELOPING ENGINE TROUBLE. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 11 47.833 N,51 16.833 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) sink?

The SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 4, 1989.

When was the wreck of the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1989.

What country did the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) belong to?

The SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) belonged to AE.

What cargo was the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) carrying?

The SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY)?

The SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 2646 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY)?

The SEA TRANS 1 (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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