Tenace Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Tenace Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 58.25 N,19 54.583 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.970833
  • Longitude: 19.909717
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TENACE
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 73.2 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1142
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 1996

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck TENACE is located at coordinates 31 58.25 N, 19 54.583 E in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Libya. This underwater obstruction, identified as the wreck of the TENACE, was originally recorded under survey reference H01338/42. The site consists of a welded steel vessel that is now well broken, resting on the seabed as a significant underwater hazard. The position was historically documented by the Admiralty via FNM 2389/42. This maritime wreck site remains a charted obstruction for vessels navigating these Mediterranean waters.

Surveying Details

H01338/42 30.10.42 DW IN 315815N, 195435E. (ADMIRALTY). - FNM 2389/42.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1881 BY J LAING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY I MESSINA & CO. COMPOUND ENGINE OF 161 NHP. WAS SHELLED AND SUNK BY BRITISH WARSHIPS 3.5M OFF BENGHAZI. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TENACE wreck located?

The TENACE wreck is located at coordinates 31 58.25 N,19 54.583 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TENACE?

The seabed around the TENACE lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the TENACE sink?

The TENACE sank on May 8, 1941.

When was the wreck of the TENACE discovered?

The wreck of the TENACE was discovered in 1941.

What country did the TENACE belong to?

The TENACE belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the TENACE?

The TENACE had a tonnage of 1142 tons.

What type of wreck is the TENACE?

The TENACE is classified as a steam ship.

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