Maria Monica Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maria monica Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 35 N,27 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.583333
  • Longitude: 27.500000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIA MONICA
Type carrier
Flag IT
Length 84.4 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 918
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1272/85 28.1.85 REPORTED SUNK IN 333500N, 273000E. (LL 15.1.85). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1969 BY E J SMIT & ZOON'S SCHPSW, WESTERBROOK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALBAMAR S A S DE LUIGI GRAGUILLO & CO. PASSAGE FROM ALEXANDRIA. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH TAIWANESE MV UNI-FORTUNE. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 33 35 N,27 30 E
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FAQ

Where is the MARIA MONICA wreck located?

The MARIA MONICA wreck is located at coordinates 33 35 N,27 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIA MONICA?

The seabed around the MARIA MONICA lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the MARIA MONICA sink?

The MARIA MONICA sank on Jan 12, 1985.

When was the wreck of the MARIA MONICA discovered?

The wreck of the MARIA MONICA was discovered in 1985.

What country did the MARIA MONICA belong to?

The MARIA MONICA belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the MARIA MONICA?

The MARIA MONICA had a tonnage of 918 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIA MONICA?

The MARIA MONICA is classified as a carrier.

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