Espresso Trapani Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Espresso trapani Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 2.333 N,12 24.926 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.038883
  • Longitude: 12.415433
Wreck Depth 87 m
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ESPRESSO TRAPANI
Type roll on-roll off
Flag IT
Length 112.8 m
Width 18.6 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 2719
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo vehicles
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1990
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2023

Surveying Details

HH371/350/01 25.5.90 SANK ABOUT 2M W OF PORCELLI ROCK LTHO IN 380215.5N, 122442E IN ABOUT 300FT OF WATER. (LLOYDS VOL.280). NCA YET. HH371/350/01 19.11.90 LOCATED 257DEG, 1.17M FROM SC. PORCELLI, IN 380213N, 122459E. NOT DANGEROUS TO NAVIGATION. (GENOA NM'S 20.8 & 20.40/90). G/S. 22.3.93 NDW IN 380217.1N, 122454E ON ITALIAN 266 [1988 REPRINT]. BR STD. 15.5.99 SHOWN IN 3802.310N, 1225.000E [EUR] ON ITALIAN 260 [1995 EDN]. NC 964. SEP 2011/000178362 4.10.11 NOW WK 87MTRS IN 3802.40N, 1224.97E [EUR]. (ITALIAN NM 17/12/11). [WGD] POSN: 3802.333N, 1224.926E.

Circumstances of loss

EX ENGOY, EX-REINA DEL ATLANTICO, EX-BACHRA LABIAD, EX-REINA DEL ATLANTICO. BUILT IN 1983 BY HIJOS DE J BARRERAS S A, VIGO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPAGNIA NAVIGAZIONE DEL TIRRENO (CONATIR) S.P.A. PASSAGE FROM LEGHORN FOR TRAPANI. CAPSIZED & QUICKLY SANK WHEN, IT IS THOUGHT, A LORRY WITH A LOAD OF MARBLE OVERTURNED ONBOARD & CRASHED INTO SOME OF THE 60 OTHER TRUCKS BEING TRANSPORTED, IN CALM SEAS & GOOD WEATHER CONDITIONS. 39 SURVIVORS, 13 LIVES LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ESPRESSO TRAPANI wreck located?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI wreck is located at coordinates 38 2.333 N,12 24.926 E.

How deep is the ESPRESSO TRAPANI and where exactly is it located?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI lies at a depth of about 87 meters and is located at coordinates 38 2.333 N,12 24.926 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ESPRESSO TRAPANI?

The seabed around the ESPRESSO TRAPANI lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the ESPRESSO TRAPANI sink?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI sank on Apr 29, 1990.

When was the wreck of the ESPRESSO TRAPANI discovered?

The wreck of the ESPRESSO TRAPANI was discovered in 1990.

What country did the ESPRESSO TRAPANI belong to?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI belonged to IT.

What cargo was the ESPRESSO TRAPANI carrying?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI was carrying vehicles.

What was the tonnage of the ESPRESSO TRAPANI?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI had a tonnage of 2719 tons.

What type of wreck is the ESPRESSO TRAPANI?

The ESPRESSO TRAPANI is classified as a roll on-roll off.

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