Green Seal Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Green seal Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 8 S,135 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -6.133333
  • Longitude: 135.500000
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GREEN SEAL
Type landing craft
Flag AU
Length 22.9 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 1.2
Tonnage 103
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.8.73 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 060800S, 1353000E. LIES IN ABOUT 25FMS. (LLOYDS VOL.213) NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 13, 2000

Circumstances of loss

ON PASSAGE FROM AMANAPARETO DARWIN. ENGINE ROOM FLOODED AND VESSEL SANK. SUSPECTED CAUSE OF FLOODING POSSIBLE CRACKED BOTTOM WELD DUE TO COLLISION WITH LOG IN RIVER BEFORE DEPARTURE. (LLOYDS VOL.213).

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FAQ

Where is the GREEN SEAL wreck located?

The GREEN SEAL wreck is located at coordinates 6 8 S,135 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GREEN SEAL?

The seabed around the GREEN SEAL lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the GREEN SEAL sink?

The GREEN SEAL sank on Jul 28, 1973.

When was the wreck of the GREEN SEAL discovered?

The wreck of the GREEN SEAL was discovered in 1973.

What country did the GREEN SEAL belong to?

The GREEN SEAL belonged to AU.

What cargo was the GREEN SEAL carrying?

The GREEN SEAL was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GREEN SEAL?

The GREEN SEAL had a tonnage of 103 tons.

What type of wreck is the GREEN SEAL?

The GREEN SEAL is classified as a landing craft.

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