Cassiopeia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cassiopeia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 49 N,73 5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.816667
  • Longitude: -73.083333
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASSIOPEIA
Type tanker
Flag GR
Length 171 m
Width 25.9 m
Draught 10.2
Tonnage 16400
Tonnage Type displacement
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.3.78 SANK IN 124900N, 730500W. (LL 1.3.78). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2009

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING TWO MASSIVE EXPLOSIONS WHEN SHIP CAUGHT FIRE. 5 MEN MISSING.

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FAQ

Where is the CASSIOPEIA wreck located?

The CASSIOPEIA wreck is located at coordinates 12 49 N,73 5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CASSIOPEIA?

The seabed around the CASSIOPEIA lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the CASSIOPEIA sink?

The CASSIOPEIA sank on Feb 23, 1978.

When was the wreck of the CASSIOPEIA discovered?

The wreck of the CASSIOPEIA was discovered in 1978.

What country did the CASSIOPEIA belong to?

The CASSIOPEIA belonged to GR.

What cargo was the CASSIOPEIA carrying?

The CASSIOPEIA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CASSIOPEIA?

The CASSIOPEIA had a tonnage of 16400 tons.

What type of wreck is the CASSIOPEIA?

The CASSIOPEIA is classified as a tanker.

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