Mari Prima Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mari prima Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 59 N,3 57 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.983333
  • Longitude: 3.950000
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name MARI PRIMA
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 66.1 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 498
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2296/84 24.4.87 VESSEL GROUNDED NEAR DELLYS, ALGERIA, [365900N, 035700E APPROX]. (LLOYDS VOL'S.267 & 268). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, GROUNDED & WAS SO DAMAGED AS TO BE CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. WAS TOWED OF BY AN ITALIAN FIRM BUT SANK ABOUT 4 MILES OFF THE ALGERIAN COAST. (LLOYDS VOL'S.267 & 268).

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FAQ

Where is the MARI PRIMA wreck located?

The MARI PRIMA wreck is located at coordinates 36 59 N,3 57 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARI PRIMA?

The seabed around the MARI PRIMA lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MARI PRIMA discovered?

The wreck of the MARI PRIMA was discovered in 1987.

What country did the MARI PRIMA belong to?

The MARI PRIMA belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the MARI PRIMA?

The MARI PRIMA had a tonnage of 498 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARI PRIMA?

The MARI PRIMA is classified as a motor vessel.