Tina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 27 N,7 39.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.450000
  • Longitude: -7.658333
Water Depth 4800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TINA
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 91.4 m
Width 13.4 m
Tonnage 2324
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 31, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.11.77 1.11.77 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 452700N, 073930W APPROX. (LLOYDS 1.11.77). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1958, WHILST EN-ROUTE DAKAR TO BELFAST, SANK IN STRONG GALE AFTER DEVELOPING A SEVERE LIST IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. ONLY 5 SURVIVORS, 10 PICKED UP DEAD AND 6 STILL MISSING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HARLEQUIN SHIPPING CO., LTD.

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FAQ

Where is the TINA wreck located?

The TINA wreck is located at coordinates 45 27 N,7 39.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TINA?

The seabed around the TINA lies at approximately 4800 meters deep.

When did the TINA sink?

The TINA sank on Oct 31, 1977.

When was the wreck of the TINA discovered?

The wreck of the TINA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the TINA belong to?

The TINA belonged to GR.

What cargo was the TINA carrying?

The TINA was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the TINA?

The TINA had a tonnage of 2324 tons.

What type of wreck is the TINA?

The TINA is classified as a motor vessel.

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