Jonio Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Jonio Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 55.933 N,10 33.45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.932217
  • Longitude: 10.557500
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name JONIO
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 41.7 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 320
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.10.72 WK ABOUT 4M FROM THE ISET OF PALMAIOLA IN THE PIOMBINO CHANNEL BETWEEN ELBA & THE W COAST OF ITALY. (LLOYDS VOL.210). 8.2.73 CHART AS DW PA IN 425300N, 103400E. H4989/70 30.9.74 DW IN 425556N, 103327E [MAY BE 'JONIO'].(HAMBURG NM 3184/74). [LETTER SENT TO GENOA FOR CONFIRMATION]. - NM 1971/74. H4989/70 25.9.81 NO WK DANGEROUS TO NAVIGATION IN 425556N, 103327E, ACCORDING TO HBR AUTHORITY AT PIOMBINO. (INSTIUTO HYDROGRAPHICO DELLA MARINA, DTD 4.9.81). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 2591/81.
Last Amended Date Sep 1, 2003
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 55.933 N,10 33.45 E
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FAQ

Where is the JONIO wreck located?

The JONIO wreck is located at coordinates 42 55.933 N,10 33.45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JONIO?

The seabed around the JONIO lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the JONIO sink?

The JONIO sank on Oct 14, 1972.

When was the wreck of the JONIO discovered?

The wreck of the JONIO was discovered in 1972.

What country did the JONIO belong to?

The JONIO belonged to IT.

What cargo was the JONIO carrying?

The JONIO was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the JONIO?

The JONIO had a tonnage of 320 tons.

What type of wreck is the JONIO?

The JONIO is classified as a motor vessel.