Simri Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Simri Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 6 N,9 31 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.100000
  • Longitude: 9.516667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIMRI
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 81.1 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 1499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.12.80 SANK OFF CAPE CARBONARA, SARDINIA. (LLOYDS VOL.243). NCA, POSN 390600N, 093100E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 21, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1956 BY AILSA SHIPBUILDING CO. LTD., TROON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SIMRI COMPANIA DE NAVEGACION. ON PASSAGE FROM LA SPEZIA TO BENGHAZI. SANK OFF CAPE CARBONARA, AFTER HOLDS FLOODED IN SEVERE WEATHER. CREW OF 10 SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SIMRI wreck located?

The SIMRI wreck is located at coordinates 39 6 N,9 31 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SIMRI?

The seabed around the SIMRI lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the SIMRI sink?

The SIMRI sank on Dec 24, 1980.

When was the wreck of the SIMRI discovered?

The wreck of the SIMRI was discovered in 1980.

What country did the SIMRI belong to?

The SIMRI belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SIMRI carrying?

The SIMRI was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the SIMRI?

The SIMRI had a tonnage of 1499 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIMRI?

The SIMRI is classified as a motor vessel.

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