Gilia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gilia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 3 S,17 47.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.050000
  • Longitude: 17.791667
Water Depth 74 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GILIA
Type stern trawler
Flag ZA
Tonnage 807
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 16, 1973
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.5.73 18.5.73 WRECK IN 330300S, 174730E OFF SALDANHA BAY. (LL VOL.212). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 10, 2010

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK OFF AFTER A COLLISON WITH CUBAN MV OCEANO ANTARTICO, HIT IN THE STARBOARD STERN QUARTER, CAUSING THE ENGINE-ROOM TO FLOOD. PASSAGE CAPE TOWN FOR LUDERITZ. 43 SEAMEN WERE SAFELY PICKED UP BUT 2 MISSING. (LL VOL.212 & 213)

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FAQ

Where is the GILIA wreck located?

The GILIA wreck is located at coordinates 33 3 S,17 47.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GILIA?

The seabed around the GILIA lies at approximately 74 meters deep.

When did the GILIA sink?

The GILIA sank on May 16, 1973.

When was the wreck of the GILIA discovered?

The wreck of the GILIA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the GILIA belong to?

The GILIA belonged to ZA.

What was the tonnage of the GILIA?

The GILIA had a tonnage of 807 tons.

What type of wreck is the GILIA?

The GILIA is classified as a stern trawler.

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