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Bos 400
Vessel name Bos 400
Type of vessel French Derrick Lay Barge
   
Length App. 100m
Beam  
Draught  
Tonnage 12 000
   
Date sunk 26/06/1994
Cause of sinking Tow rope broke and she ran aground
Approximate position Maori Bay
Cargo N/a
Casualties Nil
   
Remarks Whilst under tow by the Russian tug Tigr during a north westerly gale, the tow parted and she was driven ashore despite repeated towage attempts. Civil litigation is still currently pending. Shallow but tricky penetration is possible, but surge can be a problem. Interesting “industrial” wreckage.
 
 

Recreational Dives

Sunday 25/7/2010

9h00 SAS Transvaal: 26-36m

11h30 SAS Pietermaritzberg: 15-23m

 

Technical Dives

Sunday 22/08/2010 - SATS General Botha (55msw)