Bantry Bay Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bantry bay Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 38.1 N,78 39.93 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.635000
  • Longitude: 78.665500
Water Depth 2800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BANTRY BAY
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Tonnage 357
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 31, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.2.77 SANK IN PA 063800N, 784000E APPROX. (LL, 8.2.77). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1961. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BAR FRED, BARETTO SHIPPING & TRADING CO PRIVATE LTD, SINGAPORE. PASSAGE CHITTAGONG FOR DUBAI. SANK OFF COLOMBO, POSSIBLY DUE TO WATER ENTERING CARGO HOLD THROUGH A CRACK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BANTRY BAY wreck located?

The BANTRY BAY wreck is located at coordinates 6 38.1 N,78 39.93 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BANTRY BAY?

The seabed around the BANTRY BAY lies at approximately 2800 meters deep.

When did the BANTRY BAY sink?

The BANTRY BAY sank on Jan 31, 1977.

When was the wreck of the BANTRY BAY discovered?

The wreck of the BANTRY BAY was discovered in 1977.

What country did the BANTRY BAY belong to?

The BANTRY BAY belonged to PA.

What cargo was the BANTRY BAY carrying?

The BANTRY BAY was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the BANTRY BAY?

The BANTRY BAY had a tonnage of 357 tons.

What type of wreck is the BANTRY BAY?

The BANTRY BAY is classified as a motor vessel.

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