Melina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Melina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 42 N,12 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.700000
  • Longitude: -12.000000
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MELINA
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 81.7 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1598
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 14, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3332/78 2.3.84 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 70 MILES NW MONROVIA & 30 MILES OFFSHORE. (LL 20.1.84). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1966 BY ZAANLANDSCHE SCHPS, MAATS, ZAANDAM. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MELINA INTERNATIONAL SA. PASSAGE SPAIN FOR LAGOS. TOOK WATER AND SANK. CREW ESCAPED BY LIFEBOAT. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MELINA wreck located?

The MELINA wreck is located at coordinates 6 42 N,12 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MELINA?

The seabed around the MELINA lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the MELINA sink?

The MELINA sank on Jan 14, 1984.

When was the wreck of the MELINA discovered?

The wreck of the MELINA was discovered in 1984.

What country did the MELINA belong to?

The MELINA belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MELINA carrying?

The MELINA was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the MELINA?

The MELINA had a tonnage of 1598 tons.

What type of wreck is the MELINA?

The MELINA is classified as a carrier.

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