Highly No.6 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Highly no.6 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 4 S,2 14 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -36.066667
  • Longitude: 2.233333
Water Depth 4800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HIGHLY NO.6
Type factory ship
Tonnage 350
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 5, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.3.78 7.3.78 WK IN 360400S, 021400E. (LL, 7.3.78). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 25, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SUNK WHILE UNDER TOW DURING BAD WEATHER, FOLLOWING ENGINE BREAKDOWN. (LL VOL. 231)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 4 S,2 14 E
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FAQ

Where is the HIGHLY NO.6 wreck located?

The HIGHLY NO.6 wreck is located at coordinates 36 4 S,2 14 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HIGHLY NO.6?

The seabed around the HIGHLY NO.6 lies at approximately 4800 meters deep.

When did the HIGHLY NO.6 sink?

The HIGHLY NO.6 sank on Mar 5, 1978.

When was the wreck of the HIGHLY NO.6 discovered?

The wreck of the HIGHLY NO.6 was discovered in 1978.

What was the tonnage of the HIGHLY NO.6?

The HIGHLY NO.6 had a tonnage of 350 tons.

What type of wreck is the HIGHLY NO.6?

The HIGHLY NO.6 is classified as a factory ship.