Sedco-J Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sedco-j Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		29 32.5 S,39 40.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -29.541667
  • Longitude: 39.670000
Water Depth 4800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEDCO-J
Type Platform
Flag LR
Length 104.2 m
Width 103.6 m
Draught 25.9
Tonnage 9810
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 19, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH120/350/01 11.5.89 SANK IN 293230S, 394012E. (HYDROSAN, 20.4.89). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 19, 2006

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK WHILE BEING TOWED FROM PORT GENTIL TO KARACHI, VIA CAPE TOWN, FOR SCRAPPING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SEDCO-J wreck located?

The SEDCO-J wreck is located at coordinates 29 32.5 S,39 40.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEDCO-J?

The seabed around the SEDCO-J lies at approximately 4800 meters deep.

When did the SEDCO-J sink?

The SEDCO-J sank on Apr 19, 1989.

When was the wreck of the SEDCO-J discovered?

The wreck of the SEDCO-J was discovered in 1989.

What country did the SEDCO-J belong to?

The SEDCO-J belonged to LR.

What was the tonnage of the SEDCO-J?

The SEDCO-J had a tonnage of 9810 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEDCO-J?

The SEDCO-J is classified as a platform.

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