Alexandra K Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alexandra k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 10 N,30 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.166667
  • Longitude: 30.333333
Water Depth 2030 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALEXANDRA K
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 101.8 m
Width 14 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 2271
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 25, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.11.76 VESSEL SANK IN 351000N, 302000E APPROX. (LL). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1946 BY CALEDON SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALANDRA MARITIME SA. PASSAGE TAKORADI FOR JEDDA. CARGO TIMBER. WAS ABANDONED IN THE AEGEAN SEA FOLLOWING A FIRE ON BOARD. PRESUMED TO HAVE SUNK AFTER AN AIR AND SEA SEARCH FAILED TO FIND HER. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ALEXANDRA K wreck located?

The ALEXANDRA K wreck is located at coordinates 35 10 N,30 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEXANDRA K?

The seabed around the ALEXANDRA K lies at approximately 2030 meters deep.

When did the ALEXANDRA K sink?

The ALEXANDRA K sank on Sep 25, 1976.

When was the wreck of the ALEXANDRA K discovered?

The wreck of the ALEXANDRA K was discovered in 1976.

What country did the ALEXANDRA K belong to?

The ALEXANDRA K belonged to GR.

What cargo was the ALEXANDRA K carrying?

The ALEXANDRA K was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the ALEXANDRA K?

The ALEXANDRA K had a tonnage of 2271 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALEXANDRA K?

The ALEXANDRA K is classified as a carrier.

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