Mersey Coast Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mersey coast Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 3 N,64 42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.050000
  • Longitude: 64.700000
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MERSEY COAST
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 61.6 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 918
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.4.72 STRANDED 9M SE OF ORMARA. BREAKING UP. (LLOYDS VOL.204,205,208,210). POSN 250300N, 644200E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 24, 2021

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1938 BY IND. MAATS. DE NOORD, ALBLASSERDAM. FLOODED IN THE ENGINE ROOM. FOUR CREW MEMBERS TAKEN OFF BY THE PAKISTAN NAVY, THE MASTER AND FOUR OTHERS REMAINED ON BOARD. VESSEL DRIFTED UNTIL SHE RAN AGROUND THE NEXT DAY. ABANDONED AS A TOTAL LOSS. PASSAGE KARACHI FOR THE PERSIAN GULF. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY D. KONTOZANNIS. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the MERSEY COAST wreck located?

The MERSEY COAST wreck is located at coordinates 25 3 N,64 42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MERSEY COAST?

The seabed around the MERSEY COAST lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the MERSEY COAST sink?

The MERSEY COAST sank on Jun 1, 1971.

When was the wreck of the MERSEY COAST discovered?

The wreck of the MERSEY COAST was discovered in 1971.

What country did the MERSEY COAST belong to?

The MERSEY COAST belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MERSEY COAST carrying?

The MERSEY COAST was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the MERSEY COAST?

The MERSEY COAST had a tonnage of 918 tons.

What type of wreck is the MERSEY COAST?

The MERSEY COAST is classified as a carrier.

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