Vasso Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vasso Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 0 S,29 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.000000
  • Longitude: 29.750000
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VASSO
Type bulk carrier
Flag BS
Length 224 m
Width 32 m
Draught 14
Tonnage 34951
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 4, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 28, 2006

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Vasso is located at coordinates 33 0 S, 29 45 E off the coast of South Africa in the Indian Ocean. Originally abandoned at 32 57 00 S, 29 48 00 E, the vessel sank five hours later. Due to the extreme depth of the underwater site, the wreckage of the Vasso is not charted for navigation. Detailed maritime survey records confirm the vessel remains submerged in deep waters along the South African coastline.

Surveying Details

HH451/350/01 25.4.91 WAS ABANDONED IN 325700S, 294800E AND SANK 5 HOURS LATER. (LL, 6.4.91). TOO DEEP TO CHART. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SALDANHA BAY FOR CHINA. DEVELOPED A CRACK IN HULL PLATING IN NO 1 HOLD. TOOK ON WATER AND BEGAN SINKING BY THE HEAD. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the VASSO wreck located?

The VASSO wreck is located at coordinates 33 0 S,29 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VASSO?

The seabed around the VASSO lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the VASSO sink?

The VASSO sank on Apr 4, 1991.

When was the wreck of the VASSO discovered?

The wreck of the VASSO was discovered in 1991.

What country did the VASSO belong to?

The VASSO belonged to BS.

What cargo was the VASSO carrying?

The VASSO was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the VASSO?

The VASSO had a tonnage of 34951 tons.

What type of wreck is the VASSO?

The VASSO is classified as a bulk carrier.

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