John P Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
John p Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 7 S,44 8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.116667
  • Longitude: -44.133333
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOHN P
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 162 m
Width 21.3 m
Draught 13.3
Tonnage 12011
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 17, 1985
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1294/85 22.4.85 SANK IN 320700S, 440800W. (LL 19.4.85). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1968 BY C.CONNELL & CO (SHIPBUILDERS) LTD, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PAPANAVES SHIPPING CO, S.A. PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR LOBITO, ANGOLA. SUFFERED EXPLOSION IN ENGINE ROOM FOLLOWED BY A LEAK. EVENTUALLY SANK. ALL CREW SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the JOHN P wreck located?

The JOHN P wreck is located at coordinates 32 7 S,44 8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JOHN P?

The seabed around the JOHN P lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the JOHN P sink?

The JOHN P sank on Apr 17, 1985.

When was the wreck of the JOHN P discovered?

The wreck of the JOHN P was discovered in 1985.

What country did the JOHN P belong to?

The JOHN P belonged to GR.

What cargo was the JOHN P carrying?

The JOHN P was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the JOHN P?

The JOHN P had a tonnage of 12011 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOHN P?

The JOHN P is classified as a carrier.

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