Vula Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vula Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 47.42 S,159 56.05 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -8.790333
  • Longitude: 159.934167
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VULA
Type landing craft
Flag SB
Length 27.7 m
Width 7 m
Tonnage 87
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo vehicles,personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 20, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2778/69 15.4.87 OIL SLICK LOCATED IN 084700S, 1595600E. (LL, 25.2.87) CHART AS NDW PA. G/S.
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2000

Circumstances of loss

25.2.87 CAPSIZED SUDDENLY IN BAD WEATHER, BUT REMAINED AFLOAT FOR SOME TIME BEFORE EVENTUALLY SINKING. VESSEL OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MARKWARTH SHIPPING CO LTD, HONIARA, WAS EN ROUTE HONIARA TO SANTA ISABEL ISLAND. AT LEAST 22 LIVES LOST. (LL, 25.2.87)

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FAQ

Where is the VULA wreck located?

The VULA wreck is located at coordinates 8 47.42 S,159 56.05 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VULA?

The seabed around the VULA lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the VULA sink?

The VULA sank on Feb 20, 1987.

When was the wreck of the VULA discovered?

The wreck of the VULA was discovered in 1987.

What country did the VULA belong to?

The VULA belonged to SB.

What cargo was the VULA carrying?

The VULA was carrying vehicles,personnel.

What was the tonnage of the VULA?

The VULA had a tonnage of 87 tons.

What type of wreck is the VULA?

The VULA is classified as a landing craft.

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