Waigeo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Waigeo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 42 S,126 41 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.700000
  • Longitude: 126.683333
Water Depth 3649 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WAIGEO
Type fishing vessel
Flag ID
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 14, 1974
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.1.74 VESSEL SANK IN 004200S, 1264100E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.215) NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 3600MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SANK, CAUSE UNKNOWN, 22 SURVIVORS RESCUED BY BRITISH MOTOR BULK CARRIER 'GALLIC BRIDGE'. (LLOYDS VOL.215)

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FAQ

Where is the WAIGEO wreck located?

The WAIGEO wreck is located at coordinates 0 42 S,126 41 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WAIGEO?

The seabed around the WAIGEO lies at approximately 3649 meters deep.

When did the WAIGEO sink?

The WAIGEO sank on Jan 14, 1974.

When was the wreck of the WAIGEO discovered?

The wreck of the WAIGEO was discovered in 1974.

What country did the WAIGEO belong to?

The WAIGEO belonged to ID.

What type of wreck is the WAIGEO?

The WAIGEO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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