Thuban Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thuban Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 38 N,34 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.633333
  • Longitude: -34.416667
Water Depth 1150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THUBAN
Type steam ship
Flag US
Tonnage 8370
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 4, 1985
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3148/69 23.1.86 SANK IN 353800N, 342500W APPROX. (LL, 2.1.86). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 18, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943. VESSEL WAS IN TOW BY M TUG APEX PIONEER ON PASSAGE HAMPTON ROADS FOR VIGO TO BE BROKEN UP. TOW BROKE DURING HEAVY WEATHER AND VESSEL SANK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TRIANGLE SHIPPING, C.V. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the THUBAN wreck located?

The THUBAN wreck is located at coordinates 35 38 N,34 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THUBAN?

The seabed around the THUBAN lies at approximately 1150 meters deep.

When did the THUBAN sink?

The THUBAN sank on Dec 4, 1985.

When was the wreck of the THUBAN discovered?

The wreck of the THUBAN was discovered in 1986.

What country did the THUBAN belong to?

The THUBAN belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the THUBAN?

The THUBAN had a tonnage of 8370 tons.

What type of wreck is the THUBAN?

The THUBAN is classified as a steam ship.

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