Covasna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Covasna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 54.1 N,16 8.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.901667
  • Longitude: -16.146667
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COVASNA
Type carrier
Flag RO
Length 106.1 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3374
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 8, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel COVASNA is located in the North Atlantic Ocean at coordinates 41 54.1 N, 16 8.8 W. This underwater obstruction, last officially recorded at position 41 54.06 N, 16 08.48 W, remains a significant navigation hazard. Although historical reports from January 1996 indicate the wreck was not located during a search by the tug vessel CONDOR, the site is cataloged as a charted obstruction. Mariners are advised that the structural integrity of such wrecks can deteriorate over time, potentially becoming submerged debris. Data provided by the UK Hydrographic Office identifies this as a non-confirmed or dispersed wreck site in the open Atlantic waters west of the Iberian Peninsula.

Surveying Details

HH111/400/03 24.1.96 HH111/400/03 24.1.96 LAST REPORTED POSN 415406N, 160848W AT 080622 JAN. NOT LOCATED BY M TUG CONDOR ON 9 JAN. (LL 13.1.96). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1981 BY SANTIERUL NAVAL BRAILA, BRAILA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPANIA DE NAVIGATIE MARITIME NAVROM SA. PASSAGE BEAUMONT, TEXAS FOR ESJBERG. DECK CARGO SHIFTED AND BROKE FUEL PIPES. WATER INGRESS CAUSED FUEL CONTAMINATION AND ENGINE STOPPED. LATER TOOK WATER AND SANK. CREW OF 22 MEN ALL RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the COVASNA wreck located?

The COVASNA wreck is located at coordinates 41 54.1 N,16 8.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the COVASNA?

The seabed around the COVASNA lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the COVASNA sink?

The COVASNA sank on Jan 8, 1996.

When was the wreck of the COVASNA discovered?

The wreck of the COVASNA was discovered in 1996.

What country did the COVASNA belong to?

The COVASNA belonged to RO.

What cargo was the COVASNA carrying?

The COVASNA was carrying general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the COVASNA?

The COVASNA had a tonnage of 3374 tons.

What type of wreck is the COVASNA?

The COVASNA is classified as a carrier.

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