Interwaves Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Interwaves Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 3 S,18 12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.050000
  • Longitude: 18.200000
Water Depth 106 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INTERWAVES
Type ferry
Flag ZA
Length 45.7 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 498
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H3211/71 14.8.84 H3211/71 14.8.84 WK OF THE CONVERTED TRAWLER IN 340300S, 181200E. (SAN NM 64/84). BR STD. 20.2.91 20.2.91 NDW SHOWN IN 340300S, 181200E ON SAN 80 [1990 EDN]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2008

Circumstances of loss

10.8.85 EX-HARVEST NEPTUNE, EX-HARVEST COMET. VESSEL CONVERTED FROM A TRAWLER TO A PLEASURE FERRY. PASSAGE HOUT BAY FOR SALDANHA BAY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CARL FISKAAEN. SANK OFF HOUT BAY WHEN ENGINE ROOM FLOODED DUE NEGLIGENCE. NO LOSS OF LIFE. (LL, 10.8.85).

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FAQ

Where is the INTERWAVES wreck located?

The INTERWAVES wreck is located at coordinates 34 3 S,18 12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the INTERWAVES?

The seabed around the INTERWAVES lies at approximately 106 meters deep.

When did the INTERWAVES sink?

The INTERWAVES sank on Jun 1, 1984.

When was the wreck of the INTERWAVES discovered?

The wreck of the INTERWAVES was discovered in 1984.

What country did the INTERWAVES belong to?

The INTERWAVES belonged to ZA.

What was the tonnage of the INTERWAVES?

The INTERWAVES had a tonnage of 498 tons.

What type of wreck is the INTERWAVES?

The INTERWAVES is classified as a ferry.

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