Erik Jors Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Erik jors Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 0.09 N,15 0.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.001500
  • Longitude: -15.001667
Water Depth 1500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ERIK JORS
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Length 49.7 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 300
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1978
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.7.79 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK ABOUT 50M OFF CANARY ISLANDS, AFTER DEVELOPING LIST. (LLOYDS ID OCT 1978, LL, 19.10.78, 20.3.79 & 6.7.79). POSN 280000N, 150000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE IPSWICH AND ANTWERP FOR BANJUL. REPORTED SUNK ABOUT 50M OFF CANARY ISLANDS AFTER DEVELOPING A LIST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ERIK JORS wreck located?

The ERIK JORS wreck is located at coordinates 28 0.09 N,15 0.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ERIK JORS?

The seabed around the ERIK JORS lies at approximately 1500 meters deep.

When did the ERIK JORS sink?

The ERIK JORS sank on Oct 15, 1978.

When was the wreck of the ERIK JORS discovered?

The wreck of the ERIK JORS was discovered in 1978.

What country did the ERIK JORS belong to?

The ERIK JORS belonged to NL.

What cargo was the ERIK JORS carrying?

The ERIK JORS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ERIK JORS?

The ERIK JORS had a tonnage of 300 tons.

What type of wreck is the ERIK JORS?

The ERIK JORS is classified as a motor vessel.

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