Mezada Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mezada Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 58 N,62 55 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.966667
  • Longitude: -62.916667
Water Depth 4800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEZADA
Type bulk carrier
Flag IL
Length 206 m
Width 22.6 m
Draught 14.6
Tonnage 19247
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 8, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1279/81 23.3.81 REPORTED SUNK IN 315800N, 625500W APPROX. (LL 9-11.3.81). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1960 BY DEUTSCHE WERFT AF, HAMBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ZIM ISRAEL NAVIGATION CO. PASSAGE HAIFA FOR BALTIMORE. TOOK WATER DURING SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS. 24 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MEZADA wreck located?

The MEZADA wreck is located at coordinates 31 58 N,62 55 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MEZADA?

The seabed around the MEZADA lies at approximately 4800 meters deep.

When did the MEZADA sink?

The MEZADA sank on Mar 8, 1981.

When was the wreck of the MEZADA discovered?

The wreck of the MEZADA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the MEZADA belong to?

The MEZADA belonged to IL.

What cargo was the MEZADA carrying?

The MEZADA was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the MEZADA?

The MEZADA had a tonnage of 19247 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEZADA?

The MEZADA is classified as a bulk carrier.

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