Aso Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Aso Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 14 N,16 17 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.233333
  • Longitude: 16.283333
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ASO
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 59.7 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.8.81 VESSEL SANK IN 381400N, 161700E APPROX (LLOYDS VOL.245). NCA. 20.1.95 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 23 [NC 1993]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 13, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1961 BY J.J. SIETAS SCHIFFSW., HAMBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SOCIETA DI NAVIGAZIONE ASO. STRUCK A SUBMERGED OBJECT & SANK OFF LOCRI, CALABRIA. VESSEL IS A TOTAL LOSS. (MSD & LLOYDS VOL.245).

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FAQ

Where is the ASO wreck located?

The ASO wreck is located at coordinates 38 14 N,16 17 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ASO?

The seabed around the ASO lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the ASO sink?

The ASO sank on May 17, 1979.

When was the wreck of the ASO discovered?

The wreck of the ASO was discovered in 1979.

What country did the ASO belong to?

The ASO belonged to IT.

What cargo was the ASO carrying?

The ASO was carrying fertiliser: natural and products.

What was the tonnage of the ASO?

The ASO had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASO?

The ASO is classified as a motor vessel.

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