Carib Sun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Carib sun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 30 N,77 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.500000
  • Longitude: -77.700000
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARIB SUN
Type carrier
Flag BZ
Tonnage 299
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH672/440/01 12.2.93 SANK IN 113000N, 774200W, APPROX. (LL 25.1.93). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

CARGO SHIFTED IN HEAVY WEATHER. CAPSIZED AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the CARIB SUN wreck located?

The CARIB SUN wreck is located at coordinates 11 30 N,77 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CARIB SUN?

The seabed around the CARIB SUN lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the CARIB SUN sink?

The CARIB SUN sank on Jan 21, 1993.

When was the wreck of the CARIB SUN discovered?

The wreck of the CARIB SUN was discovered in 1993.

What country did the CARIB SUN belong to?

The CARIB SUN belonged to BZ.

What cargo was the CARIB SUN carrying?

The CARIB SUN was carrying sand.

What was the tonnage of the CARIB SUN?

The CARIB SUN had a tonnage of 299 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARIB SUN?

The CARIB SUN is classified as a carrier.

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