Jambeli Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Jambeli Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		2 41 S,79 56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -2.683333
  • Longitude: -79.933333
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name JAMBELI
Type motor vessel
Flag EC
Tonnage 167
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.12.73 29.12.73 SANK IN 024100S, 795600W APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.214). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 17, 2009

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PUERTO BOLIVAR FOR GUAYAQUIL. SUNK BETWEEN PUNA & VERDE ISLANDS NEAR THE MOUTH OF THE RIVER GUAYAS. 160 LIVES LOST & 131 SURVIVORS. CAUSE OF SINKING SAID TO BE OVERCROWDING OF PASSENGERS & POOR DISTRIBUTION OF CARGO. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the JAMBELI wreck located?

The JAMBELI wreck is located at coordinates 2 41 S,79 56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JAMBELI?

The seabed around the JAMBELI lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the JAMBELI sink?

The JAMBELI sank on Dec 24, 1973.

When was the wreck of the JAMBELI discovered?

The wreck of the JAMBELI was discovered in 1973.

What country did the JAMBELI belong to?

The JAMBELI belonged to EC.

What was the tonnage of the JAMBELI?

The JAMBELI had a tonnage of 167 tons.

What type of wreck is the JAMBELI?

The JAMBELI is classified as a motor vessel.

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