Zafir Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Zafir Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 34 N,16 42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.566667
  • Longitude: 16.700000
Water Depth 370 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ZAFIR
Type carrier
Length 104.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4313
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.2.00 PATROL RESCUE VESSELS SEARCHING IN 3834.0N, 1642.0E. (LL 319). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 12, 2012

Circumstances of loss

18.2.00 BUILT IN 1983. PASSAGE CORIGLIANO FOR CALABRO. SANK AFTER COLLISION IN GOOD WEATHER WITH M PASSENGER VESSEL ESPRESSO CATANIA. 12 OR 14 ON BOARD. THREE DEAD, TEN MISSING. ESPRESSO CATANIA SUBSEQUENTLY BEACHED AT GUARDAVALLE, S OF CROTONE & WAS REPAIRED & REFLOATED BY 18.2.00. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ZAFIR wreck located?

The ZAFIR wreck is located at coordinates 38 34 N,16 42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZAFIR?

The seabed around the ZAFIR lies at approximately 370 meters deep.

When did the ZAFIR sink?

The ZAFIR sank on Feb 13, 2000.

When was the wreck of the ZAFIR discovered?

The wreck of the ZAFIR was discovered in 2000.

What was the tonnage of the ZAFIR?

The ZAFIR had a tonnage of 4313 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZAFIR?

The ZAFIR is classified as a carrier.

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