Ecowas Trader Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ecowas trader Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
11 0.02 N,17 29.89 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.000333
  • Longitude: -17.498167
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ECOWAS TRADER
Type carrier
Flag MT
Length 93.6 m
Width 13.7 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 1599
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1999
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.10.99 STILL AFLOAT IN 1240.0N, 1953.5W [UND]. (LL 16.10.99). 23.11.99 23.11.99 SANK 100 MILES OFF GUINEA BISSAU. (LL 19.11.99). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 23, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TOOK WATER, CREW RESCUED BY MV MONIQUE. LATER SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 11 0.02 N,17 29.89 W
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FAQ

Where is the ECOWAS TRADER wreck located?

The ECOWAS TRADER wreck is located at coordinates 11 0.02 N,17 29.89 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ECOWAS TRADER?

The seabed around the ECOWAS TRADER lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the ECOWAS TRADER sink?

The ECOWAS TRADER sank on Oct 15, 1999.

When was the wreck of the ECOWAS TRADER discovered?

The wreck of the ECOWAS TRADER was discovered in 1999.

What country did the ECOWAS TRADER belong to?

The ECOWAS TRADER belonged to MT.

What was the tonnage of the ECOWAS TRADER?

The ECOWAS TRADER had a tonnage of 1599 tons.

What type of wreck is the ECOWAS TRADER?

The ECOWAS TRADER is classified as a carrier.