Lonelil Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lonelil Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 10.93 N,9 12.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.182167
  • Longitude: -9.201500
Water Depth 160 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LONELIL
Type motor vessel
Flag DK
Length 59.7 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 399
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 12, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5087/77 25.8.83 H5087/77 25.8.83 SANK IN 421100N, 091200W. (LANDS END RADIO SIGNAL DTD 14.8.1983 & LL 15.8.83). SUBNAVLANT 38/83 ISSUED. CHART AS NDW PA. NC 3633. 1.3.01 1.3.01 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 416 [2ND EDN OCT 2000][LARGEST SCALE]. DELETE, AS NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY, BUT RETAIN AS LIVE RECORD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2025

Circumstances of loss

15.8.83 SANK, FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH LIBYAN MV 'EBN MAGID' IN DENSE FOG, WHILE ON PASSAGE LEIXOES FOR AABENRAA. 2 LIVES LOST. (LL 15.8.83 & 19.8.83).

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FAQ

Where is the LONELIL wreck located?

The LONELIL wreck is located at coordinates 42 10.93 N,9 12.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LONELIL?

The seabed around the LONELIL lies at approximately 160 meters deep.

When did the LONELIL sink?

The LONELIL sank on Aug 12, 1983.

When was the wreck of the LONELIL discovered?

The wreck of the LONELIL was discovered in 1983.

What country did the LONELIL belong to?

The LONELIL belonged to DK.

What cargo was the LONELIL carrying?

The LONELIL was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the LONELIL?

The LONELIL had a tonnage of 399 tons.

What type of wreck is the LONELIL?

The LONELIL is classified as a motor vessel.

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