Vasso M Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vasso m Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 35 N,31 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.583333
  • Longitude: 31.916667
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VASSO M
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 68 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 1019
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.3.77 VESSEL PRESUMED TO HAVE DRIFTED & SANK IN 313500N, 315500E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.227). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 29, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1951 BY AILSA SHIPBUILDING CO., LTD., TROON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JULIET SHIPPING CO. ON PASSAGE ALEXANDRIA FOR JEDDAH. ABANDONED BY HER CREW DUE TO AN UNCONTROLLABLE FIRE WHEN SHE WAS 2M FROM BOROLOS LIGHTHOUSE, NEAR DAMIETTA. THE BLAZING WK DRIFTED AWAY & SANK. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the VASSO M wreck located?

The VASSO M wreck is located at coordinates 31 35 N,31 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VASSO M?

The seabed around the VASSO M lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the VASSO M sink?

The VASSO M sank on Feb 7, 1977.

When was the wreck of the VASSO M discovered?

The wreck of the VASSO M was discovered in 1977.

What country did the VASSO M belong to?

The VASSO M belonged to CY.

What cargo was the VASSO M carrying?

The VASSO M was carrying general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,grain.

What was the tonnage of the VASSO M?

The VASSO M had a tonnage of 1019 tons.

What type of wreck is the VASSO M?

The VASSO M is classified as a motor vessel.

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