Dimitra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dimitra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 25 S,56 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -10.416667
  • Longitude: 56.750000
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DIMITRA
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 100.9 m
Width 15.3 m
Draught 7.8
Tonnage 3221
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,gas
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 22.2.79 SANK IN DEEP WATER 5M NE OF AGALEGA SOUTH ISLAND. (LL, 20.2.79). POSN 102500S, 564500E. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1964 BY ISHIKAWAJIMA-HARIME HEAVY INDUSTRIES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY RICARGO SHIPPING S A. PASSAGE VENICE FOR MAURITIUS. SPRANG A LEAK IN NO 3 HOLD DURING SEVERE CYCLONIC CONDITIONS AND SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY. CREW OF 22 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the DIMITRA wreck located?

The DIMITRA wreck is located at coordinates 10 25 S,56 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DIMITRA?

The seabed around the DIMITRA lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the DIMITRA sink?

The DIMITRA sank on Feb 17, 1979.

When was the wreck of the DIMITRA discovered?

The wreck of the DIMITRA was discovered in 1979.

What country did the DIMITRA belong to?

The DIMITRA belonged to GR.

What cargo was the DIMITRA carrying?

The DIMITRA was carrying chemicals,gas.

What was the tonnage of the DIMITRA?

The DIMITRA had a tonnage of 3221 tons.

What type of wreck is the DIMITRA?

The DIMITRA is classified as a carrier.

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