Benn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Benn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 35 N,66 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.583333
  • Longitude: -66.000000
Water Depth 750 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BENN
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Length 43.9 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 346
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH671/352/01 21.3.91 LAST POSN, IN WHICH TOW WAS ATTEMPTED ON 23.1.91, ESTIMATED AS 113500N, 660000W. (LL 26.1.91). PRESUMABLY SANK. POSITION FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2007

Circumstances of loss

11.4.90 SUFFERED FIRE DAMAGE 11.4.90. WAS LOST WHILE BEING TOWED BY MV DJURON FROM PORT OF SPAIN TO CASTRIES IN JAN '91. FURTHER ATTEMPTS TO TOW BY M TUG STRATHMAN FAILED DUE TO BAD WEATHER.

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FAQ

Where is the BENN wreck located?

The BENN wreck is located at coordinates 11 35 N,66 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BENN?

The seabed around the BENN lies at approximately 750 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BENN discovered?

The wreck of the BENN was discovered in 1991.

What country did the BENN belong to?

The BENN belonged to VC.

What was the tonnage of the BENN?

The BENN had a tonnage of 346 tons.

What type of wreck is the BENN?

The BENN is classified as a motor vessel.

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