Cipriani Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Cipriani Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 53.733 N,58 12.417 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.895550
  • Longitude: -58.206950
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name CIPRIANI
Type motor vessel
Flag GY
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 17, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 26, 1991

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck CIPRIANI is located at the coordinates 6 53.733 N, 58 12.417 W off the coast of Guyana near the Demerara River entrance. This underwater obstruction consists of the sunken MV POWIS and an associated pontoon. The vessel was declared a total loss on May 23, 1978, after striking and becoming entangled in existing wreckage at this site. The underwater structure is characterized by broken debris and remnants of the original vessel. Mariners should exercise caution when navigating near these recorded wreckage coordinates.

Surveying Details

23.5.78 STRUCK WKS OF MV POWIS & PONTOON IN 065344N, 581225W. CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS AS ENTANGLED IN EXISTING WRECKAGE. (LL, 7.4.78 & 24.5.78). INS AS ST. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK WK OF MV POWIS AFTER DRIFTING WITH ENGINE TROUBLE. LATER SANK, (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CIPRIANI wreck located?

The CIPRIANI wreck is located at coordinates 6 53.733 N,58 12.417 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CIPRIANI?

The seabed around the CIPRIANI lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the CIPRIANI sink?

The CIPRIANI sank on Mar 17, 1978.

When was the wreck of the CIPRIANI discovered?

The wreck of the CIPRIANI was discovered in 1978.

What country did the CIPRIANI belong to?

The CIPRIANI belonged to GY.

What cargo was the CIPRIANI carrying?

The CIPRIANI was carrying stone.

What type of wreck is the CIPRIANI?

The CIPRIANI is classified as a motor vessel.

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