Karadeniz S. Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Karadeniz s. Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 57 N,11 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.950000
  • Longitude: -11.666667
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KARADENIZ S.
Type bulk carrier
Flag TR
Length 259.1 m
Width 40.8 m
Draught 15.8
Tonnage 65405
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details HH111/350/02 21.4.92 SANK IN 355700N, 114000W, APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.288: NAVAREA TWO 77/92). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1969 BY SUMITOMO SHIPBUILDING & MACHINERY CO., LTD., URAGA SHIPYARD, YOKOSUKA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OCEANGREEN SHIPPING CO., INC.. ON PASSAGE FROM PONTA DA MADEIRA, BRAZIL TO GIJON. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW WHEN WATER ENTERED ENGINE ROOM. LATER BROKE IN TWO AND SANK. (LLOYDS VOL.288).

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FAQ

Where is the KARADENIZ S. wreck located?

The KARADENIZ S. wreck is located at coordinates 35 57 N,11 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KARADENIZ S.?

The seabed around the KARADENIZ S. lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the KARADENIZ S. sink?

The KARADENIZ S. sank on Apr 1, 1992.

When was the wreck of the KARADENIZ S. discovered?

The wreck of the KARADENIZ S. was discovered in 1992.

What country did the KARADENIZ S. belong to?

The KARADENIZ S. belonged to TR.

What cargo was the KARADENIZ S. carrying?

The KARADENIZ S. was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the KARADENIZ S.?

The KARADENIZ S. had a tonnage of 65405 tons.

What type of wreck is the KARADENIZ S.?

The KARADENIZ S. is classified as a bulk carrier.

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