Mariner Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mariner ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 48.15 N,34 39.05 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.802500
  • Longitude: 34.650833
Water Depth 1050 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARINER II
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Length 143.6 m
Width 21.9 m
Draught 12.1
Tonnage 10099
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 23, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3903/78 15.5.85 SANK IN 264809N, 343903E. (LL 25.4.85). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2001

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1968 BY SANOYASU DOCKYARD CO. LTD, OSAKA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ANTARES NAVIGATION CO. LTD. PASSAGE BAR, YUGOSLAVIA FOR BANGKOK AND HONG KONG.HIT UNKNOWN EXPLOSIVE OBJECT AND SANK. LATER CONFIRMED THAT VESSEL SANK AS A RESULT OF STRIKING A MINE. CREW OF 29 RESCUED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the MARINER II wreck located?

The MARINER II wreck is located at coordinates 26 48.15 N,34 39.05 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARINER II?

The seabed around the MARINER II lies at approximately 1050 meters deep.

When did the MARINER II sink?

The MARINER II sank on Apr 23, 1985.

When was the wreck of the MARINER II discovered?

The wreck of the MARINER II was discovered in 1985.

What country did the MARINER II belong to?

The MARINER II belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MARINER II carrying?

The MARINER II was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the MARINER II?

The MARINER II had a tonnage of 10099 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARINER II?

The MARINER II is classified as a bulk carrier.

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