Falticeni Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Falticeni Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 47.94 N,25 6.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.799000
  • Longitude: 25.116167
Water Depth 370 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FALTICENI
Type motor vessel
Flag RO
Length 106.1 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3532
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo gas,fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 5, 1994
Original Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH387/430/01 16.3.94 SANK IN 384800N, 250700E. (LL 7.3.94). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

HAD ENGINE FAILURE DURING HEAVY WEATHER WHILE ON PASSAGE CONSTANTZA FOR UK. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FALTICENI wreck located?

The FALTICENI wreck is located at coordinates 38 47.94 N,25 6.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FALTICENI?

The seabed around the FALTICENI lies at approximately 370 meters deep.

When did the FALTICENI sink?

The FALTICENI sank on Mar 5, 1994.

When was the wreck of the FALTICENI discovered?

The wreck of the FALTICENI was discovered in 1994.

What country did the FALTICENI belong to?

The FALTICENI belonged to RO.

What cargo was the FALTICENI carrying?

The FALTICENI was carrying gas,fertiliser: natural and products.

What was the tonnage of the FALTICENI?

The FALTICENI had a tonnage of 3532 tons.

What type of wreck is the FALTICENI?

The FALTICENI is classified as a motor vessel.

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