Germa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Germa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 15 N,19 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.250000
  • Longitude: 19.833333
Water Depth 200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GERMA
Type motor vessel
Flag LY
Length 76.8 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1254
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.1.79 VESSEL SANK 18M FROM BENGHAZI IN 321500N, 195000E PD. (LLOYDS 5.1.79). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1967 BY ZAANLANDSE SCHPS MAATS, ZAANDAM. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GENERAL NATIONAL MARITIME TRANSPORT CO. SANK 18M FROM BENGHAZI AFTER CARGO SHIFTED IN HEAVY SEAS. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the GERMA wreck located?

The GERMA wreck is located at coordinates 32 15 N,19 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GERMA?

The seabed around the GERMA lies at approximately 200 meters deep.

When did the GERMA sink?

The GERMA sank on Jan 3, 1979.

When was the wreck of the GERMA discovered?

The wreck of the GERMA was discovered in 1979.

What country did the GERMA belong to?

The GERMA belonged to LY.

What was the tonnage of the GERMA?

The GERMA had a tonnage of 1254 tons.

What type of wreck is the GERMA?

The GERMA is classified as a motor vessel.

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