Mieke Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mieke Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
44 48.464 N,4 9.52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.807733
  • Longitude: -4.158667
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIEKE
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 62.8 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 866
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1995
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH175/500/02 24.10.95 HH175/500/02 24.10.95 SANK IN 444924N, 041142W. (LL 16.10.95). TOO DEEP TO CHART. HH175/500/02 25.10.95 HH175/500/02 25.10.95 SANK IN 444830N, 040903W. (LL 17.10.95). NCA. 10.7.13 SEP 2013/000117686 10.7.13 NDWPA SHOWN IN 4448.464N, 0409.520W [WGD] ON SPANISH 40 [2013 EDN]. POSSIBLY THIS WK. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2025

Circumstances of loss

16.10.95 TOOK WATER AND SANK AFTER PROBABLE STRIKE WITH A CONTAINER. CREW OF FIVE RESCUED. (LL 16.10.95).

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FAQ

Where is the MIEKE wreck located?

The MIEKE wreck is located at coordinates 44 48.464 N,4 9.52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIEKE?

The seabed around the MIEKE lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the MIEKE sink?

The MIEKE sank on Oct 15, 1995.

When was the wreck of the MIEKE discovered?

The wreck of the MIEKE was discovered in 1995.

What country did the MIEKE belong to?

The MIEKE belonged to CY.

What cargo was the MIEKE carrying?

The MIEKE was carrying scrap metal,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the MIEKE?

The MIEKE had a tonnage of 866 tons.

What type of wreck is the MIEKE?

The MIEKE is classified as a carrier.