Eastern Mariner I Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eastern mariner i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 19.6 N,64 31.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.326667
  • Longitude: -64.525000
Water Depth 1400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EASTERN MARINER I
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 143 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 11.9
Tonnage 7965
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,gas
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 16, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.2.81 VESSEL SANK IN 321936N, 643130W APPROX. (LL). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 9, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1959 BY C CONNELL & CO LTD, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MILLBANK SHIPPING INC. PASSAGE TAMPA FOR CHITTAGONG. SUSTAINED SEVERE DAMAGE TO HULL ON OR ABOUT 12-13 FEB. PUT INTO BERMUDA FOR REFUGE. ARRIVING WITH NOS 2 AND 3 HOLDS FLOODED, THE GOVERNMENT DEMANDED ITS REMOVAL FOR ENVIROMENTAL REASONS. VESSEL TOWED OUTSIDE TERRITORIAL LIMITS AND SANK WHILST STILL UNDER TOW. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the EASTERN MARINER I wreck located?

The EASTERN MARINER I wreck is located at coordinates 32 19.6 N,64 31.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EASTERN MARINER I?

The seabed around the EASTERN MARINER I lies at approximately 1400 meters deep.

When did the EASTERN MARINER I sink?

The EASTERN MARINER I sank on Feb 16, 1981.

When was the wreck of the EASTERN MARINER I discovered?

The wreck of the EASTERN MARINER I was discovered in 1981.

What country did the EASTERN MARINER I belong to?

The EASTERN MARINER I belonged to PA.

What cargo was the EASTERN MARINER I carrying?

The EASTERN MARINER I was carrying chemicals,gas.

What was the tonnage of the EASTERN MARINER I?

The EASTERN MARINER I had a tonnage of 7965 tons.

What type of wreck is the EASTERN MARINER I?

The EASTERN MARINER I is classified as a carrier.

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