Sirena Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sirena Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
33 11.85 N,8 36.9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.197500
  • Longitude: -8.615000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIRENA
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 168.6 m
Width 19.2 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 9482
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 20, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.8.72 STRANDED IN APPROX POSN 331200N, 083700W. (LLOYDS 209). NCA. SEP 2016/000174654 10.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7551. [ED2, COR TO 1.1.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1952 BY KOCHUMS M/V A/B. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY INTER UNION SHIPPING CO. PASSAGE SAFI FOR RENI. CARGO PHOSPHATE. GROUNDED 3 MILES NW OF CAP BLANC DUE TO RUDDER FAILURE AND AN ENGINE ROOM FIRE. DECLARED CTL. EVENTUALLY REFLOATED AND TOWED TO LA ZPETZIA FOR DEMOLITION. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SIRENA wreck located?

The SIRENA wreck is located at coordinates 33 11.85 N,8 36.9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIRENA?

The seabed around the SIRENA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the SIRENA sink?

The SIRENA sank on Aug 20, 1972.

When was the wreck of the SIRENA discovered?

The wreck of the SIRENA was discovered in 1972.

What country did the SIRENA belong to?

The SIRENA belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SIRENA carrying?

The SIRENA was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the SIRENA?

The SIRENA had a tonnage of 9482 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIRENA?

The SIRENA is classified as a motor vessel.