Parma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Parma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 50 N,5 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.833333
  • Longitude: 5.833333
Water Depth 2600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name PARMA
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 497
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 25, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.9.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 375000N, 055000E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.233). NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION IN THE ENGINE ROOM. ALL CREW SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL.233).

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FAQ

Where is the PARMA wreck located?

The PARMA wreck is located at coordinates 37 50 N,5 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PARMA?

The seabed around the PARMA lies at approximately 2600 meters deep.

When did the PARMA sink?

The PARMA sank on Sep 25, 1978.

When was the wreck of the PARMA discovered?

The wreck of the PARMA was discovered in 1978.

What country did the PARMA belong to?

The PARMA belonged to NL.

What cargo was the PARMA carrying?

The PARMA was carrying clay products.

What was the tonnage of the PARMA?

The PARMA had a tonnage of 497 tons.

What type of wreck is the PARMA?

The PARMA is classified as a motor vessel.

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