Minerva Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
Minerva Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
4 26.033 N,95 47.083 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 4.433883
- Longitude: 95.784717
|
| Water Depth |
8 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MINERVA |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
PA |
| Length |
110 m |
| Width |
18.3 m |
| Draught |
7.3 |
| Tonnage |
5062 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
timber
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Nov 25, 1991
|
| Original Detection Year |
1991 |
| Last Detection Year |
2016 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Jul 4, 2018 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck MINERVA lies off the coast of Aceh, Indonesia, in the northern reaches of the Indian Ocean near the entrance to the Strait of Malacca. The wreck is located at the coordinates 4 26.033 N, 95 47.083 E. Originally reported aground in early 1992, the vessel was eventually abandoned and left to deteriorate in its current position. Today, the site contains the remains of the MINERVA, which has settled into the seabed. The wreckage is categorized as an underwater obstruction, and mariners should exercise caution when navigating in the vicinity of these coordinates. The structural remains of the MINERVA are situated in a fixed position where the vessel was left as it lies.
Surveying Details
HH525/350/01 5.2.92 REPORTED AGROUND IN 042612N, 954730E. (DG SEACOMM, TLX DTD 28.1.92). 21.2.92 STILL AGROUND IN REPD POSN. OWNERS STILL CONSIDERING WHETHER TO REFLOAT OR NOT. (LLOYDS LIST, TELECON 20.2.92). NCA YET. HH525/425/01 21.7.93 REMAINS AGROUND AND LEFT 'AS LIES' IN 042602N, 954705E. (LL 9.7.93). INS ST. - NM ACTION.
Circumstances of loss
EX-DANG SUMUNDRA -90, EX-LADY LORA '88, EX-HOUDA G '88, EX-TAMI '85, EX-ZIPI '82, EX-MINERVRA '80, EX-CASSIOPEIA '79. BUIL TIN 1974 BY IMABARI ZOSEN, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MINERVRA SHIPPING CO SA. PASSAGE FOR CILACAP. WENT AGROUND AFTER STRIKING ANU UNDERWATER OBJECT. MASTER REPORTED: 'AN EXTRANEOUS OBJECT BUMPED THE BOTTOM OF THE VESSEL'. (MSD).
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4 26.033 N,95 47.083 E
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FAQ
Where is the MINERVA wreck located?
The MINERVA wreck is located at coordinates 4 26.033 N,95 47.083 E.
How deep is the seabed around the MINERVA?
The seabed around the MINERVA lies at approximately 8 meters deep.
When did the MINERVA sink?
The MINERVA sank on Nov 25, 1991.
When was the wreck of the MINERVA discovered?
The wreck of the MINERVA was discovered in 1991.
What country did the MINERVA belong to?
The MINERVA belonged to PA.
What cargo was the MINERVA carrying?
The MINERVA was carrying timber.
What was the tonnage of the MINERVA?
The MINERVA had a tonnage of 5062 tons.
What type of wreck is the MINERVA?
The MINERVA is classified as a motor vessel.