Ann Fortune Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ann fortune Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 0 S,130 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -8.000000
  • Longitude: 130.000000
Water Depth 366 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANN FORTUNE
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Cargo scrap metal,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 6, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2000

Surveying Details

13.11.73 REPORTED ON FIRE ON 20.10.1973, IN 095300S, 1245300E. LATER REPORTED DRIFTING OFF TIMOR IN 090800S, 1240300E. (LLOYDS VOL.214) 13.11.73 REPORTED SUNK IN ARAFURA SEA ON 6.11.1973. (LLOYDS VOL.214) NCA, VERY VAGUE POSN 080000S, 1300000E FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL CAUGHT FIRE AND DRIFTED OFF TIMOR. WHILST EN-ROUTE SURABAJA TO KEELUNG. 51 CREW MEMBERS RESCUED BY M BULK CARRIER NORSE LION, 1 MISSING. LATER REPORTED SUNK IN ARAFURA SEA. (LLOYDS VOL.214)

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FAQ

Where is the ANN FORTUNE wreck located?

The ANN FORTUNE wreck is located at coordinates 8 0 S,130 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANN FORTUNE?

The seabed around the ANN FORTUNE lies at approximately 366 meters deep.

When did the ANN FORTUNE sink?

The ANN FORTUNE sank on Nov 6, 1973.

When was the wreck of the ANN FORTUNE discovered?

The wreck of the ANN FORTUNE was discovered in 1973.

What country did the ANN FORTUNE belong to?

The ANN FORTUNE belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ANN FORTUNE carrying?

The ANN FORTUNE was carrying scrap metal,metal: concentrate and products.

What type of wreck is the ANN FORTUNE?

The ANN FORTUNE is classified as a motor vessel.

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