Marina K Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Marina k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 40 N,14 47 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.666667
  • Longitude: -14.783333
Water Depth 1500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARINA K
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 84.7 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 1338
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 12, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.5.78 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 084000N, 144700W APPROX. (LLOYDS 6.5.78). NCA.FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1950 BY AKERS M/V A/S. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MERIDIAN NAV SA. PASSAGE GALATZ FOR LAGOS. SANK NW OF FREETOWN AFTER AN EXPLOSION IN THE ENGINE-ROOM CAUSED SERIOUS FLOODING. CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MARINA K wreck located?

The MARINA K wreck is located at coordinates 8 40 N,14 47 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARINA K?

The seabed around the MARINA K lies at approximately 1500 meters deep.

When did the MARINA K sink?

The MARINA K sank on Apr 12, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MARINA K discovered?

The wreck of the MARINA K was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MARINA K belong to?

The MARINA K belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MARINA K carrying?

The MARINA K was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the MARINA K?

The MARINA K had a tonnage of 1338 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARINA K?

The MARINA K is classified as a carrier.

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