Montone Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Montone Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 1.79 N,10 2.98 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.029833
  • Longitude: 10.049667
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MONTONE
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Tonnage 5957
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 9, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.4.77 ST IN 440145N, 100300E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.228). 6.9.78 ST IN 440136N, 100348E SHOWN ON US 53100 [1978 EDN]. 10.2.94 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 61 [1993 EDN]. REPORT THAT DEMOLITION WORK IS IN PROGRESS. (LL 230). AMEND TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1954 BY W GRAY & CO LTD., HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPASS CO. AGROUND & HOLED ON ROCKS S OF CARRARA PORT. LISTING ABOUT 30DEG & IN EXPOSED POSN. NO ARRANGEMENTS FOR SALVAGE YET. TO BE SCRAPPED WHERE LYING. EXPECTED TO TAKE 2 YRS TO COMPLETE DEMOLITION. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MONTONE wreck located?

The MONTONE wreck is located at coordinates 44 1.79 N,10 2.98 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MONTONE?

The seabed around the MONTONE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the MONTONE sink?

The MONTONE sank on Apr 9, 1977.

When was the wreck of the MONTONE discovered?

The wreck of the MONTONE was discovered in 1977.

What country did the MONTONE belong to?

The MONTONE belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MONTONE carrying?

The MONTONE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MONTONE?

The MONTONE had a tonnage of 5957 tons.

What type of wreck is the MONTONE?

The MONTONE is classified as a steam ship.

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