Omega Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Omega Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 52 N,9 46 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.866667
  • Longitude: 9.766667
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name OMEGA
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Tonnage 497
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 18, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.5.74 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 405200N, 094600E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.216). FOR FILING ONLY. 14.2.95 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 43 [1994 EDN]. NFA.
Last Amended Date Apr 11, 2023

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY S. BASILIO S.P.A. DI NAV., CAGLIARI. ON PASSAGE FROM TUNIS TO VIAREGGIO. STRUCK ROCKS IN HIGH SEAS & SANK NEAR TAVOLARA ISLAND, NE SARDINIA. CREW OF SEVEN LOST, MASTER SAFE. (LLOYDS VOLS.215 & 216).

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FAQ

Where is the OMEGA wreck located?

The OMEGA wreck is located at coordinates 40 52 N,9 46 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OMEGA?

The seabed around the OMEGA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the OMEGA sink?

The OMEGA sank on Feb 18, 1974.

When was the wreck of the OMEGA discovered?

The wreck of the OMEGA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the OMEGA belong to?

The OMEGA belonged to IT.

What cargo was the OMEGA carrying?

The OMEGA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the OMEGA?

The OMEGA had a tonnage of 497 tons.

What type of wreck is the OMEGA?

The OMEGA is classified as a motor vessel.

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