Milan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Milan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 2 N,17 23 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.033333
  • Longitude: -17.383333
Water Depth 68 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MILAN
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 144.2 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 8082
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 12, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.9.78 15.9.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 140200N, 172300W. (LL, 14.9.78). H4718/70 13.12.78 H4718/70 13.12.78 NDWPA IN 140200N, 172300W. (ROSTOK NM 28/78). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 29, 1989

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1951 BY NAKA NIPPON JUKOGYO, KOBE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MANCHESTER SHIPPING. PASSAGE DAKAR FOR INDIA. SANK OFF SENEGAL COAST AFTER ENGINE ROOM & HOLDS FLOODED. (MSD & LL).

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FAQ

Where is the MILAN wreck located?

The MILAN wreck is located at coordinates 14 2 N,17 23 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MILAN?

The seabed around the MILAN lies at approximately 68 meters deep.

When did the MILAN sink?

The MILAN sank on Sep 12, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MILAN discovered?

The wreck of the MILAN was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MILAN belong to?

The MILAN belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MILAN carrying?

The MILAN was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the MILAN?

The MILAN had a tonnage of 8082 tons.

What type of wreck is the MILAN?

The MILAN is classified as a carrier.

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