Ocean Spirit Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean spirit Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 20.43 N,13 52.95 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.340500
  • Longitude: 13.882500
Water Depth 400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN SPIRIT
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 79.9 m
Width 13.7 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1579
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 15, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4684/84 25.5.88 ABANDONED IN 315DEG, 23M FROM GOZO LTHO [362030N, 135300E APPROX]. (LLOYDS VOL.272). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1976 BY ARGO SHIPBUILDING & REPARING CO., PERAMA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OCEAN ARROW SHIPPING LTD. ON PASSAGE FROM SANTANDER TO BOMBAY. ABANDONED BY CREW AFTER TAKING ON WATER & LATER SANK. ALL EIGHT CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN SPIRIT wreck located?

The OCEAN SPIRIT wreck is located at coordinates 36 20.43 N,13 52.95 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN SPIRIT?

The seabed around the OCEAN SPIRIT lies at approximately 400 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN SPIRIT sink?

The OCEAN SPIRIT sank on Apr 15, 1988.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN SPIRIT discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN SPIRIT was discovered in 1988.

What country did the OCEAN SPIRIT belong to?

The OCEAN SPIRIT belonged to CY.

What cargo was the OCEAN SPIRIT carrying?

The OCEAN SPIRIT was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN SPIRIT?

The OCEAN SPIRIT had a tonnage of 1579 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN SPIRIT?

The OCEAN SPIRIT is classified as a motor vessel.

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