Sunion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sunion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 25.833 N,0 18.383 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.430550
  • Longitude: -0.306383
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUNION
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 100 m
Width 14 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3110
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 22, 1938
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1952
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H6242/39 11.4.40 DW IN 392550N, 001823W, OR 197DEGS, 1975MTRS FROM GP.FL LT ON HEAD OF N BREAKWATER. (SAN FERNANDO NM'S 16/375, 22/560, 23/579 & 23/625). NE 562. H1343/45 15.3.45 AMEND TO NDW. (SAN FERNANDO NM 7/228/45). - NM 778/45. H4786/39 12.6.52 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 119A. AMEND TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 12, 2007

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1918 BY W GRAY & CO., WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 358NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY AFRICAN & CONTINENTAL SS CO.. SANK WHEN BOMBED & SET ON FIRE BY INSURGENT AIRCRAFT, OUTSIDE VALENCIA HBR, DURING THE SPANISH CIVIL WAR. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SUNION wreck located?

The SUNION wreck is located at coordinates 39 25.833 N,0 18.383 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUNION?

The seabed around the SUNION lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the SUNION sink?

The SUNION sank on Jun 22, 1938.

When was the wreck of the SUNION discovered?

The wreck of the SUNION was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SUNION belong to?

The SUNION belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SUNION?

The SUNION had a tonnage of 3110 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUNION?

The SUNION is classified as a steam ship.

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