Orsay Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Orsay Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 28.49 N,16 5.28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.474833
  • Longitude: 16.088000
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORSAY
Type carrier
Flag TR
Length 63.3 m
Width 9.2 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 875
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 27, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.6.00 SINKNG POSN GIVEN AS 3728.4N, 1605.4E. (LLOYDS VOL.320). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 2, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1975. [EX 'AMAC', EX 'AMAK 1']. ON PASSAGE FROM VARNA, TURKEY FOR CATANIA. HAD INGRESS OF WATER, CAPSIZED & LATER SANK. CREW RESCUED BY M PASSENGER VESSEL 'ORIANA'. (LLOYDS VOL.320).

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FAQ

Where is the ORSAY wreck located?

The ORSAY wreck is located at coordinates 37 28.49 N,16 5.28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ORSAY?

The seabed around the ORSAY lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the ORSAY sink?

The ORSAY sank on May 27, 2000.

When was the wreck of the ORSAY discovered?

The wreck of the ORSAY was discovered in 2000.

What country did the ORSAY belong to?

The ORSAY belonged to TR.

What cargo was the ORSAY carrying?

The ORSAY was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the ORSAY?

The ORSAY had a tonnage of 875 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORSAY?

The ORSAY is classified as a carrier.

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