Fortunata Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fortunata Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 0 S,31 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -30.000000
  • Longitude: 31.416667
Water Depth 600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FORTUNATA
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 83.7 m
Width 12.3 m
Draught 5.7
Tonnage 1572
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 9, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.5.70 BROKE TOW IN 300000S, 312500E. PRESUMED SUNK. (LL 200). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1931 BY OSKARSHAMNS VARV A/B, OSKARSHAMN. HAS BEEN LYING AT QUELIMANE FOR TWO YEARS DUE TO BOILER DAMAGE. WAS SOLD TO ITALIAN BREAKERS. WHILE UNDER TOW OF M TUG VORTICE BROKE FREE. NOT SEEN AGAIN, PRESUMED SUNK. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the FORTUNATA wreck located?

The FORTUNATA wreck is located at coordinates 30 0 S,31 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FORTUNATA?

The seabed around the FORTUNATA lies at approximately 600 meters deep.

When did the FORTUNATA sink?

The FORTUNATA sank on May 9, 1970.

When was the wreck of the FORTUNATA discovered?

The wreck of the FORTUNATA was discovered in 1970.

What country did the FORTUNATA belong to?

The FORTUNATA belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the FORTUNATA?

The FORTUNATA had a tonnage of 1572 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORTUNATA?

The FORTUNATA is classified as a steam ship.

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