Secil Japan (Bow Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Secil japan (bow section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 14.351 N,5 21.619 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.239183
  • Longitude: -5.360317
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION)
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 90.5 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 2625
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2012

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Secil Japan Bow Section is an underwater wreck located off the coast of Cornwall, United Kingdom, at coordinates 50 14.351 N, 5 21.619 W. Originally running ashore and breaking into three distinct pieces, the bow section is situated in a non-navigable area, while other parts include a sunken center section and an engine room section lying on its starboard side. Verified by hydrographic surveys, this shipwreck site represents a significant underwater obstruction with detailed positional history recorded by the UK Hydrographic Office.

Surveying Details

HH220/350/01 4.4.89 ASHORE AND BROKEN IN THREE PIECES, FOR'D SECTION AGROUND ON ROCKS, CENTRE SECTION SUNK, AND ENGINE ROOM SECTION AGROUND AND LYING ON STBD SIDE. (LL, 15.3.89). VERIFIED POSNS, BOW SECTION 501419N, 052133.5W; STERN SECTION 501420N, 052127W. (TH, TELEX 27.3.89). CHART AS ST IN 501419N, 052133.5W. BR STD. FOR STERN SECTION SEE [17323]. 27.7.06 [EUT] POSN: 5014.351N, 0521.619W. BA 1168 [3RD EDN, JULY '02]. 6.1.12 NOT IN NAVIGABLE AREA. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

14.3.89 VESSEL, BUILT IN 1982 BY K.K. IMAI SEISAKUSHO, IWAGI AND OWNED BY ETERNAL LINE S.A., SUNK WHEN CARGO SHIFTED IN HEAVY WEATHER WHILE ON PASSAGE AVEIRO AND LEIXOES TO LIVERPOOL. WAS BLOWN ASHORE WHILE ENDEAVOURING TO REACH ANCHORAGE IN ST IVES BAY. (LL, 14.3.89 & MSD).

General Comments

SEE [17323] FOR STERN SECTION

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 14.351 N,5 21.619 W
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FAQ

Where is the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) wreck located?

The SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 50 14.351 N,5 21.619 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION)?

The seabed around the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) sink?

The SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) sank on Mar 12, 1989.

When was the wreck of the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) was discovered in 1989.

What country did the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) belong to?

The SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) carrying?

The SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION)?

The SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) had a tonnage of 2625 tons.

What type of wreck is the SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION)?

The SECIL JAPAN (BOW SECTION) is classified as a motor vessel.

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