Frontalini Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frontalini Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 25 S,18 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.416667
  • Longitude: 18.666667
Water Depth 99 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRONTALINI
Type motor vessel
Flag ZA
Length 17 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.10.75 21.10.75 VESSEL SUNK IN 342500S, 184000E. (LL VOL.222). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 21, 2010

Circumstances of loss

ENCOUNTERED HEAVY WEATHER OFF DANGER POINT & STARTED TO MAKE WATER. NEXT DAY SHE WAS SPOTTED LOW IN WATER OFF FALSE BAY, SUBSEQUENT SEARCHES IN VAIN & WAS PRESUMED SUNK. 3 MAN CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OCEAN RECOVERIES. PASSAGE PORT ELIZABETH FOR CAPE TOWN. (LL VOL.222)

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FAQ

Where is the FRONTALINI wreck located?

The FRONTALINI wreck is located at coordinates 34 25 S,18 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FRONTALINI?

The seabed around the FRONTALINI lies at approximately 99 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the FRONTALINI discovered?

The wreck of the FRONTALINI was discovered in 1975.

What country did the FRONTALINI belong to?

The FRONTALINI belonged to ZA.

What type of wreck is the FRONTALINI?

The FRONTALINI is classified as a motor vessel.

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