Darion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Darion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 5 N,3 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.083333
  • Longitude: 3.250000
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name DARION
Type motor vessel
Length 73.2 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 7, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5066/70 13.7.83 SANK ABOUT 15M OFF CAPE MATIFOU, ALGERIA, [370500N, 031500E APPROX]. (LLOYDS VOL.252). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK, FOLLOWING COLLISION IN HEAVY FOG WITH RO/RO MV 'TENES'. ON PASSAGE FROM ANTWERP TO ANNABA. (LLOYDS VOL.252).

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FAQ

Where is the DARION wreck located?

The DARION wreck is located at coordinates 37 5 N,3 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DARION?

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

When did the DARION sink?

The DARION sank on Jun 7, 1983.

When was the wreck of the DARION discovered?

The wreck of the DARION was discovered in 1983.

What was the tonnage of the DARION?

The DARION had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the DARION?

The DARION is classified as a motor vessel.

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