Rolandia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rolandia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 4.9 N,23 6.2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.081667
  • Longitude: -23.103333
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROLANDIA
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 81.7 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 1604
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the vessel Rolandia is located in the North Atlantic Ocean at the coordinates 44 4.9 N, 23 6.2 W. The vessel sank on January 30, 1988, and was officially recorded by the UK Hydrographic Office on February 25, 1988. This underwater obstruction represents a navigation hazard in the region. Records indicate the site was assessed as non-dangerous to surface navigation at the time of the survey. The Rolandia remains charted as an underwater wreck at the specified North Atlantic position.

Surveying Details

H1279/87 25.2.88 H1279/87 25.2.88 SANK IN APPROX POSN 440454N, 230612W. (LL 30.1.88). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

EX-POOLZEE '85, EX-MELTON EXPLORER '82, EX-POOLZEE '81. BUILT IN 1981 BY AMELS BV, MAKKUM. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SPRINGBAY SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE POINT COMFORT, TEXAS, FOR GRANGEMOUTH. REPORTED TAKING IN WATER THROUGH FORWARD HATCH GALE FORCE CONDITIONS. LATER SANK. CREW OF 12 MISSING. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ROLANDIA wreck located?

The ROLANDIA wreck is located at coordinates 44 4.9 N,23 6.2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROLANDIA?

The seabed around the ROLANDIA lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the ROLANDIA sink?

The ROLANDIA sank on Jan 29, 1988.

When was the wreck of the ROLANDIA discovered?

The wreck of the ROLANDIA was discovered in 1988.

What country did the ROLANDIA belong to?

The ROLANDIA belonged to CY.

What cargo was the ROLANDIA carrying?

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

What was the tonnage of the ROLANDIA?

The ROLANDIA had a tonnage of 1604 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROLANDIA?

The ROLANDIA is classified as a carrier.

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