Varna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Varna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 0 N,59 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.000000
  • Longitude: -59.000000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water Springs
Name VARNA
Type motor vessel
Flag GY
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.11.77 SANK 5M OFF GUYANAN VILLAGE OF KINGELLY. (LL, 16.11.77). POSN DOUBTFUL 080000N, 590000W FOR FILING ONLY. 22.5.78 DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 22.5.78).
Last Amended Date Apr 29, 2021

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MAZAHARALLY SAWMILLS. PASSAGE TRINIDAD FOR GUYANA. SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER 5M OFF KINGELLY VILLAGE, GUYANA. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the VARNA wreck located?

The VARNA wreck is located at coordinates 8 0 N,59 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VARNA?

The seabed around the VARNA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the VARNA sink?

The VARNA sank on Nov 12, 1977.

When was the wreck of the VARNA discovered?

The wreck of the VARNA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the VARNA belong to?

The VARNA belonged to GY.

What cargo was the VARNA carrying?

The VARNA was carrying fertiliser: natural and products.

What type of wreck is the VARNA?

The VARNA is classified as a motor vessel.

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