Melete Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Melete Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 41 S,54 11 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -27.683333
  • Longitude: 54.183333
Water Depth 5200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MELETE
Type bulk carrier
Flag GR
Length 228 m
Width 32.3 m
Draught 14
Tonnage 35489
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 24, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH465/350/01 12.9.91 SANK IN 274200S, 541100E. (LL 27.8.91). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 17, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1975 BY SUNDERLAND SHIPBUILDERS LTD, DEPTFORD SHIPYARD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NEPTURE MARITIME CO, MONROVIA. PASSAGE DAMPIER FOR PORT TALBOT. REPORTED CRACK IN NO 1 HOLD AND TAKING WATER. LATER SANK IN 10 MINUTES. 24 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MELETE wreck located?

The MELETE wreck is located at coordinates 27 41 S,54 11 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MELETE?

The seabed around the MELETE lies at approximately 5200 meters deep.

When did the MELETE sink?

The MELETE sank on Aug 24, 1991.

When was the wreck of the MELETE discovered?

The wreck of the MELETE was discovered in 1991.

What country did the MELETE belong to?

The MELETE belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MELETE carrying?

The MELETE was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the MELETE?

The MELETE had a tonnage of 35489 tons.

What type of wreck is the MELETE?

The MELETE is classified as a bulk carrier.

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