Maratha Transhipper Wreck

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Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Maratha transhipper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 26.203 N,73 46.993 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.436717
  • Longitude: 73.783217
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARATHA TRANSHIPPER
Type bulk carrier
Flag IN
Length 159.5 m
Width 20.7 m
Draught 11.9
Tonnage 10244
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1985
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 1986

Simplified Wreck Survey

Shipwreck Details: Maratha Transhipper Location: 15 26.203 N, 73 46.993 E off the coast of India near a breakwater Status: Historical shipwreck originally grounded in 1985 lying on rocks near the breakwater head light with rescue and refloating efforts unsuccessful Hydrographic Office records from UKHO document the wreck position and navigational warnings

Surveying Details

H2883/85 19.6.85 H2883/85 19.6.85 LYING OFF BREAKWATER ON ROCKS. REFLOATING EFFORTS SO FAR UNSUCCESSFUL. (LL, 31.5.85) NCA, AWAIT DEHRA DUN NM. H2883/85 24.7.85 H2883/85 24.7.85 ST LYING 334DEGS, 11.55C FROM N BREAKWATER HD LT. (NAVAREA VIII 347/85). NCA YET. H2883/85 2.9.85 H2883/85 2.9.85 ST LYING 335DEGS, 11.55C FROM N BREAKWATER LT. (DEHRA DUN NM 372(T)/85). NCA YET. H2883/85 30.10.85 H2883/85 30.10.85 ST PA LYING 334.75DEG, 11.55C FROM BREAKWATER LT. (DEHRA DUN NM 439/85). INS ST IN 152608N, 734702E [IND]. - NM 3066/85. H2883/85 9.9.87 H2883/85 9.9.87 ST PA LIES 334.75DEGS, 11.55C FROM BREAKWATER LT [152506N, 734730E APPROX]. (INDIAN NM 345/87). NFA, BA CHARTS CORRECT.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1945 BY SUN SHIP BUILDING & DRY DOCK CO., CHESTER, PA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHOWGULE & CO (PRIVATE) LTD. RAN AGROUND ON ROCKS DURING BOISTEROUS WEATHER AND HEAVY SWELL, OUTSIDE THE BREAKWATER AT MARMAGAO BAY. CREW ABANDONED VESSEL. DECLARED A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER wreck located?

The MARATHA TRANSHIPPER wreck is located at coordinates 15 26.203 N,73 46.993 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER?

The seabed around the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER sink?

The MARATHA TRANSHIPPER sank on May 28, 1985.

When was the wreck of the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER discovered?

The wreck of the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER was discovered in 1985.

What country did the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER belong to?

The MARATHA TRANSHIPPER belonged to IN.

What was the tonnage of the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER?

The MARATHA TRANSHIPPER had a tonnage of 10244 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARATHA TRANSHIPPER?

The MARATHA TRANSHIPPER is classified as a bulk carrier.

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