Deniz Sonmez Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Deniz sonmez Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 19.93 N,22 43.325 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.332167
  • Longitude: 22.722083
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name DENIZ SONMEZ
Type carrier
Flag TR
Length 118 m
Width 16.3 m
Draught 8.1
Tonnage 4259
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 17, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2306/73 20.1.81 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 352000N, 224300E. (LLOYDS VOL.243). NCA. 18.6.84 NDW SHOWN IN 352000N, 224300E ON GREEK 43. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1968 BY CIA EUSKALDUNA, BILBAO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MANIOGLU GEMI ISLETMECILIGI VE TICARET, A S. ON PASSAGE FROM SFAX FOR MERSIN. CARGO 5900 TONS PHOSPHATE ORE. SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER. CREW OF 34 LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the DENIZ SONMEZ wreck located?

The DENIZ SONMEZ wreck is located at coordinates 35 19.93 N,22 43.325 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DENIZ SONMEZ?

The seabed around the DENIZ SONMEZ lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the DENIZ SONMEZ sink?

The DENIZ SONMEZ sank on Jan 17, 1981.

When was the wreck of the DENIZ SONMEZ discovered?

The wreck of the DENIZ SONMEZ was discovered in 1981.

What country did the DENIZ SONMEZ belong to?

The DENIZ SONMEZ belonged to TR.

What cargo was the DENIZ SONMEZ carrying?

The DENIZ SONMEZ was carrying chemicals,ore.

What was the tonnage of the DENIZ SONMEZ?

The DENIZ SONMEZ had a tonnage of 4259 tons.

What type of wreck is the DENIZ SONMEZ?

The DENIZ SONMEZ is classified as a carrier.

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