Saloos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Saloos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 31.669 S,12 10.595 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -5.527817
  • Longitude: 12.176583
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SALOOS
Type motor vessel
Length 106.3 m
Width 19.9 m
Draught 5
Tonnage 6950
Tonnage Type gross
Date Sunk May 17, 2014
Original Detection Year 2014
Original Source merchant ship
Surveying Details SEP 2014/000121634 26.6.14 LIES IN 0531.669S, 1210.595E [WGD]. ON 4 JUNE SUBMERGED MORE DURING HEAVY SWELLS WITH THE EXPOSED PART PRESENTING A HAZARD TO NAVIGATION. LIES ON HER SIDE. (MV PEREIRA GILES V, HN DTD 13.6.14). INS AS ST. - NM 3194/14.
Last Amended Date Jun 26, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NAVANG SHIPPING. OPERATED BY JADE SA (GREECE), UNDER CHARTER TO DELMAS. PASSAGE POINT NORIE (CONGO) FOR CABINDA. TOOK WATER, LISTED TO PORT AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED.

General Comments

INTACT, ON HER SIDE

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FAQ

Where is the SALOOS wreck located?

The SALOOS wreck is located at coordinates 5 31.669 S,12 10.595 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SALOOS?

The seabed around the SALOOS lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the SALOOS sink?

The SALOOS sank on May 17, 2014.

When was the wreck of the SALOOS discovered?

The wreck of the SALOOS was discovered in 2014.

What was the tonnage of the SALOOS?

The SALOOS had a tonnage of 6950 tons.

What type of wreck is the SALOOS?

The SALOOS is classified as a motor vessel.

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