Marica Matheos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Marica matheos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 10 S,0 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -14.166667
  • Longitude: 0.333333
Water Depth 5250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARICA MATHEOS
Type steam ship
Flag CY
Length 109.3 m
Width 14.8 m
Draught 9
Tonnage 2502
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 15, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 17.5.72 17.5.72 WK IN 141000S, 002000E. (LL VOL. 208). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1953 BY ORENSTEIN-KOPPEL & LUBECKER MASCH, LUBECK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THEOKIPA ENTERPRISES LTD. PASSAGE NAPLES FOR MOGADISCIO. SANK AFTER A FIRE & EXPLOSION. SHE WAS LOADED AT THE TIME. ALL CREW WERE PICKED UP BY MV MARE BOREALE. (MSD)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 14 10 S,0 20 E
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FAQ

Where is the MARICA MATHEOS wreck located?

The MARICA MATHEOS wreck is located at coordinates 14 10 S,0 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARICA MATHEOS?

The seabed around the MARICA MATHEOS lies at approximately 5250 meters deep.

When did the MARICA MATHEOS sink?

The MARICA MATHEOS sank on May 15, 1972.

When was the wreck of the MARICA MATHEOS discovered?

The wreck of the MARICA MATHEOS was discovered in 1972.

What country did the MARICA MATHEOS belong to?

The MARICA MATHEOS belonged to CY.

What was the tonnage of the MARICA MATHEOS?

The MARICA MATHEOS had a tonnage of 2502 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARICA MATHEOS?

The MARICA MATHEOS is classified as a steam ship.

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