Bornrif Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bornrif Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 2 N,10 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.033333
  • Longitude: 10.083333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name BORNRIF
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 61.9 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 27, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.8.80 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 20M S OF SCOGLIO D'AFRICA. (LL 241). POSN 420200N, 100500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PORTO EMPEDOCLE FOR LEGHORN. SPRANG A LEAK IN ENGINE-ROOM & SANK. CREW OF SIX RESCUED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BORNRIF wreck located?

The BORNRIF wreck is located at coordinates 42 2 N,10 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BORNRIF?

The seabed around the BORNRIF lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the BORNRIF sink?

The BORNRIF sank on Aug 27, 1980.

When was the wreck of the BORNRIF discovered?

The wreck of the BORNRIF was discovered in 1980.

What country did the BORNRIF belong to?

The BORNRIF belonged to IT.

What cargo was the BORNRIF carrying?

The BORNRIF was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the BORNRIF?

The BORNRIF had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the BORNRIF?

The BORNRIF is classified as a motor vessel.

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