Minibok Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Minibok Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 5 N,84 5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.083333
  • Longitude: -84.083333
Water Depth 2380 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MINIBOK
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 69.2 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1567
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,scrap metal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1299/86 23.9.88 SANK IN 230500N, 840500W. (LL 21.9.88). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 10, 2009

Circumstances of loss

EX-HELEN '85, EX-OCEAN PIONEER '83, EX-ASEAN PIONEER '81. BUILT IN 1975 BY SINGAPORE SLIPWAY & ENGINEERING CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GALAZIA MUNIDIAL. PASSAGE PORT EVERGLADES FOR PROGRESSO. SANK AFTER ALLEGEDLY STRIKING AN OBJECT IN THE WATER WHICH HOLED THE ENGINE ROOM. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MINIBOK wreck located?

The MINIBOK wreck is located at coordinates 23 5 N,84 5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MINIBOK?

The seabed around the MINIBOK lies at approximately 2380 meters deep.

When did the MINIBOK sink?

The MINIBOK sank on Sep 17, 1988.

When was the wreck of the MINIBOK discovered?

The wreck of the MINIBOK was discovered in 1988.

What country did the MINIBOK belong to?

The MINIBOK belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MINIBOK carrying?

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

What was the tonnage of the MINIBOK?

The MINIBOK had a tonnage of 1567 tons.

What type of wreck is the MINIBOK?

The MINIBOK is classified as a motor vessel.

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