Smara Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Smara Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 58.89 N,13 37.7 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.981500
  • Longitude: -13.628333
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SMARA
Type carrier
Flag BZ
Length 64.6 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 496
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: preserved,containers,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 6, 1995
Original Detection Year 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH111/400/03 19.10.95 HH111/400/03 19.10.95 SANK IN 275848N, 133736W. (LL 7.10.95). PLOTS IN 1300MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SUFFERED FIRE IN HOLD, LATER SANK IN DEEP WATER. CREW OF 9 RESCUED.

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FAQ

Where is the SMARA wreck located?

The SMARA wreck is located at coordinates 27 58.89 N,13 37.7 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SMARA?

The seabed around the SMARA lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When did the SMARA sink?

The SMARA sank on Oct 6, 1995.

When was the wreck of the SMARA discovered?

The wreck of the SMARA was discovered in 1995.

What country did the SMARA belong to?

The SMARA belonged to BZ.

What cargo was the SMARA carrying?

The SMARA was carrying foodstuffs: preserved,containers,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SMARA?

The SMARA had a tonnage of 496 tons.

What type of wreck is the SMARA?

The SMARA is classified as a carrier.

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