Alexandros F. Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alexandros f. Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 0 N,31 6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.000000
  • Longitude: -31.100000
Water Depth 5500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALEXANDROS F.
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Length 245.5 m
Width 38.7 m
Draught 24
Tonnage 60641
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H1279/86 6.6.86 SANK IN VICINITY 120000N, 310600W. (NAV II 130/86). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 10, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1978 BY STOCZNIA IM KUMUNY PARYSKIEJ, GDYNIA. PASSAGE PONTA DA MADEIRA, BRAZIL FOR DUNKIRK. EXPERIENCED EXPLOSIONS IN NO.3 HOLD. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ESPARTUS INVESTMENT TRUST INC. ALL 27 CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED FROM THEIR LIFERAFTS. (MSD & LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ALEXANDROS F. wreck located?

The ALEXANDROS F. wreck is located at coordinates 12 0 N,31 6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEXANDROS F.?

The seabed around the ALEXANDROS F. lies at approximately 5500 meters deep.

When did the ALEXANDROS F. sink?

The ALEXANDROS F. sank on May 8, 1986.

When was the wreck of the ALEXANDROS F. discovered?

The wreck of the ALEXANDROS F. was discovered in 1986.

What country did the ALEXANDROS F. belong to?

The ALEXANDROS F. belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ALEXANDROS F. carrying?

The ALEXANDROS F. was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the ALEXANDROS F.?

The ALEXANDROS F. had a tonnage of 60641 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALEXANDROS F.?

The ALEXANDROS F. is classified as a bulk carrier.

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