Sonavati Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sonavati Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 20 N,84 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.333333
  • Longitude: 84.416667
Water Depth 3200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SONAVATI
Type carrier
Flag IN
Length 81.4 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1281
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SANK IN 152000N, 842500E. (LL 214). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1960 BY TERNEUZENSCHE SCHPS MAATS, TERNEUZEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SCINDIA STEAM NAVIGATION CO LTD. PASSAGE TUTICORN FOR CALCUTTA. ABANDONED & SUNK DURING CYCLONE. NO LIVES LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SONAVATI wreck located?

The SONAVATI wreck is located at coordinates 15 20 N,84 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SONAVATI?

The seabed around the SONAVATI lies at approximately 3200 meters deep.

When did the SONAVATI sink?

The SONAVATI sank on Dec 8, 1973.

When was the wreck of the SONAVATI discovered?

The wreck of the SONAVATI was discovered in 1973.

What country did the SONAVATI belong to?

The SONAVATI belonged to IN.

What cargo was the SONAVATI carrying?

The SONAVATI was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the SONAVATI?

The SONAVATI had a tonnage of 1281 tons.

What type of wreck is the SONAVATI?

The SONAVATI is classified as a carrier.

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