Sydness Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sydness Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 0 N,52 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.000000
  • Longitude: 52.500000
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SYDNESS
Type carrier
Flag NO
Length 70.7 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 830
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 26, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.9.73 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 090000N, 523000E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.213). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 11, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1953 BY SCHULTE & BRUNS, EMDEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOHAN NESS. ON PASSAGE FROM BAHRAIN FOR KISMAYU. SANK DURING A STORM OFF THE SOMALI COAST. ONE MAN LOST, TEN SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SYDNESS wreck located?

The SYDNESS wreck is located at coordinates 9 0 N,52 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SYDNESS?

The seabed around the SYDNESS lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the SYDNESS sink?

The SYDNESS sank on Aug 26, 1973.

When was the wreck of the SYDNESS discovered?

The wreck of the SYDNESS was discovered in 1973.

What country did the SYDNESS belong to?

The SYDNESS belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the SYDNESS?

The SYDNESS had a tonnage of 830 tons.

What type of wreck is the SYDNESS?

The SYDNESS is classified as a carrier.

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