Messinia Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Messinia ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 19 N,3 4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.316667
  • Longitude: 3.066667
Water Depth 2600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name MESSINIA II
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 90.8 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 1950
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 5, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1272/78 11.7.79 VESSEL SANK IN 371900N, 030400E APPROX (LLOYDS VOL.237). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1952 BY UDDERVALLAVARVET A/B, UDDERVALLA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NAVY BLUE SEA S.A.. ON PASSAGE FROM CARTAGENA TO PORT SAID. FOUNDERED OFF ALGIERS & SANK POSSIBLY DUE TO CRACK IN SHELL IN WAY OF ENGINE-ROOM. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MESSINIA II wreck located?

The MESSINIA II wreck is located at coordinates 37 19 N,3 4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MESSINIA II?

The seabed around the MESSINIA II lies at approximately 2600 meters deep.

When did the MESSINIA II sink?

The MESSINIA II sank on Jul 5, 1979.

When was the wreck of the MESSINIA II discovered?

The wreck of the MESSINIA II was discovered in 1979.

What country did the MESSINIA II belong to?

The MESSINIA II belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MESSINIA II carrying?

The MESSINIA II was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the MESSINIA II?

The MESSINIA II had a tonnage of 1950 tons.

What type of wreck is the MESSINIA II?

The MESSINIA II is classified as a motor vessel.

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