Verona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Verona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 9.707 N,10 58.061 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.161783
  • Longitude: 10.967683
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VERONA
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 60.4 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 493
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 5, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.2.81 VESSEL REPORTED AGROUND IN 370930N, 105800E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.243). NCA. 27.2.81 VESSEL RAN AGROUND IN HEAVY WEATHER ABOUT 2M FROM CAPE BON. (LLOYDS VOL.243). NCA. 7.6.81 VESSEL STILL AGROUND & ABANDONDED BY OWNERS. PLOTS IN 50 MTRS. (LLOYDS VOL.244). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 20, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM TUNIS TO SFAX. RAN AGROUND DURING HEAVY WEATHER. ABANDONED BY OWNERS. ALL CREW SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL'S.243 & 244).

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FAQ

Where is the VERONA wreck located?

The VERONA wreck is located at coordinates 37 9.707 N,10 58.061 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VERONA?

The seabed around the VERONA lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the VERONA sink?

The VERONA sank on Feb 5, 1981.

When was the wreck of the VERONA discovered?

The wreck of the VERONA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the VERONA belong to?

The VERONA belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the VERONA?

The VERONA had a tonnage of 493 tons.

What type of wreck is the VERONA?

The VERONA is classified as a motor vessel.