Decimum Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Decimum Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 30 N,12 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.500000
  • Longitude: -12.250000
Water Depth 5100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DECIMUM
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 79.5 m
Width 13.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1600
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 31, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.2.79 SANK IN 373000N, 121500W APPROX. (LLOYDS ID DEC 1978). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1973, BY MARTIN JENSEN, LEER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY XERXES SHIPPING LTD. ON PASSAGE FROM GHENT TO MADEIRA. SANK DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER CONDITIONS W OF CAPE ST. VINCENT. SEVEN CREW SAVED, MASTER LOST. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the DECIMUM wreck located?

The DECIMUM wreck is located at coordinates 37 30 N,12 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DECIMUM?

The seabed around the DECIMUM lies at approximately 5100 meters deep.

When did the DECIMUM sink?

The DECIMUM sank on Dec 31, 1978.

When was the wreck of the DECIMUM discovered?

The wreck of the DECIMUM was discovered in 1978.

What country did the DECIMUM belong to?

The DECIMUM belonged to CY.

What cargo was the DECIMUM carrying?

The DECIMUM was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the DECIMUM?

The DECIMUM had a tonnage of 1600 tons.

What type of wreck is the DECIMUM?

The DECIMUM is classified as a motor vessel.

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