Don Mario Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Don mario Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 46 N,0 14 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.766667
  • Longitude: -0.233333
Water Depth 2680 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name DON MARIO
Type carrier
Flag HN
Length 107.9 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2850
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 10, 1998
Original Detection Year 1998
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH180/420/02 21.4.98 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364600N, 001400W, PLOTS IN >2000MTRS (LANDS END RADIO, TLX DTD 10.4.98). TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jun 25, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1967. PASSAGE ILICHEVSK & ISKENDERUN FOR GHANA. APPARENTLY LOST IN HEAVY WEATHER. CREW OF 17, 14 RESCUED, 3 MISSING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the DON MARIO wreck located?

The DON MARIO wreck is located at coordinates 36 46 N,0 14 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DON MARIO?

The seabed around the DON MARIO lies at approximately 2680 meters deep.

When did the DON MARIO sink?

The DON MARIO sank on Apr 10, 1998.

When was the wreck of the DON MARIO discovered?

The wreck of the DON MARIO was discovered in 1998.

What country did the DON MARIO belong to?

The DON MARIO belonged to HN.

What cargo was the DON MARIO carrying?

The DON MARIO was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the DON MARIO?

The DON MARIO had a tonnage of 2850 tons.

What type of wreck is the DON MARIO?

The DON MARIO is classified as a carrier.

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