Tekton (Bow Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tekton (bow section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 43 S,30 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -31.716667
  • Longitude: 30.466667
Water Depth 5300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEKTON (BOW SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag LR
Length 184.4 m
Width 23.5 m
Draught 13.1
Tonnage 15807
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 14, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck known as the bow section of the vessel TEKTON lies at the underwater position 31 43 S, 30 28 E off the coast of South Africa in the Indian Ocean. Following a structural failure on November 10, 1974, the ship broke into two separate pieces. While the stern section sank at a different location, the bow section ultimately found its final resting place on the seabed at these coordinates after sinking on November 14, 1974. This underwater obstruction is marked by its specific survey coordinates and remains a notable navigational hazard in the region.

Surveying Details

13.11.74 BROKE IN TWO 10.11.74 IN 311300S, 313500E. (LL 217). 14.11.74 TWO SECTIONS NOW 40 MILES APART. BOW IS APPROX 157 DEGS COOPER LT 80 MILES. STERN IS IN 305100S, 315000E. BOTH SECTIONS SINKING. (LL 217). 18.11.74 BOW IN 314300S, 302800E AT 0800 13.11.74 WITH TUG STANDING BY. STERN SECTION SANK AT 1645 13.11.74 IN 305700S, 315000E. BOW SANK AT 1540 14.11.74 IN 314300S, 302800E. (LL 217 & MSD).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1955 BY ERIKSBERGS M/V A/B, GOTHENBERG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PISCES NAV CORP. PASSAGE FALMOUTH FOR BANDAR MAHSAHR. INVOLVED IN COLLISION WITH NORWEGIAN BULK/OIL MV OBO QUEEN. EXPLOSIONS IMMEDIATELY ERUPTED AND VESSEL ABANDONED BY 41 MAN CREW. WAS CUT COMPLETELY IN TWO TO THE CENTRELINE IN THE WAY OF NO 3 TANK. WAS TOWED TO PORT ELIZABETH ROADS BY FVS AND HANDED OVER TO M TUG FREISLAND. TOW TO DURBAN COMMENCED BUT VESSEL BROKE IN TWO 9-10 NOV. STERN SECTION SANK TWO DAYS LATER AND THE BOW WAS SCUTTLED ON 14 NOV. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 31 43 S,30 28 E
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FAQ

Where is the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) wreck located?

The TEKTON (BOW SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 31 43 S,30 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TEKTON (BOW SECTION)?

The seabed around the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) lies at approximately 5300 meters deep.

When did the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) sink?

The TEKTON (BOW SECTION) sank on Nov 14, 1974.

When was the wreck of the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) was discovered in 1974.

What country did the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) belong to?

The TEKTON (BOW SECTION) belonged to LR.

What cargo was the TEKTON (BOW SECTION) carrying?

The TEKTON (BOW SECTION) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the TEKTON (BOW SECTION)?

The TEKTON (BOW SECTION) had a tonnage of 15807 tons.

What type of wreck is the TEKTON (BOW SECTION)?

The TEKTON (BOW SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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