Assimina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Assimina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 19 N,16 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.316667
  • Longitude: -16.633333
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASSIMINA
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 88.1 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1955
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 13, 1969
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.2.70 SANK IN APPROX 221900N, 163800W. (LLOYDS 197/489). NCA. 12.5.77 NDW SHOWN IN 221212N, 163500W ON US 51022 [1976 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1948 BY KALDNES M/V, TONSBERG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ANNALIZA CIA NAV SA. PASSAGE BISSAO FOR PORTICI. ANCHORED TO REPAIR TURBINES. BOTH CABLES PARTED, GROUNDED AND CREW ABANDONED. NEXT DAY WAS SEEN TO BE ON FIRE. ABANDONED AS CTL. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ASSIMINA wreck located?

The ASSIMINA wreck is located at coordinates 22 19 N,16 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASSIMINA?

The seabed around the ASSIMINA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the ASSIMINA sink?

The ASSIMINA sank on Sep 13, 1969.

When was the wreck of the ASSIMINA discovered?

The wreck of the ASSIMINA was discovered in 1969.

What country did the ASSIMINA belong to?

The ASSIMINA belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the ASSIMINA?

The ASSIMINA had a tonnage of 1955 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASSIMINA?

The ASSIMINA is classified as a steam ship.

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