Ibis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ibis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 38.358 N,6 58.442 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.639300
  • Longitude: -6.974033
Water Depth 800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IBIS
Type carrier
Flag AG
Length 61.6 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 905
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 23, 1997
Original Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH417/490/02 6.8.97 SANK IN 343821.5N, 065826.5W. (LL 25.7.97). PLOTS IN 800MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1965. PASSAGE CASABLANCA FOR ALGECIRAS. SANK AFTER INGRESS OF WATER INTO ONE OF THE TWO HOLDS. PUMPS UNABLE TO KEEP PACE. CREW RESCUED BY FV MANUEL LOPEZ.

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FAQ

Where is the IBIS wreck located?

The IBIS wreck is located at coordinates 34 38.358 N,6 58.442 W.

How deep is the seabed around the IBIS?

The seabed around the IBIS lies at approximately 800 meters deep.

When did the IBIS sink?

The IBIS sank on Jul 23, 1997.

When was the wreck of the IBIS discovered?

The wreck of the IBIS was discovered in 1997.

What country did the IBIS belong to?

The IBIS belonged to AG.

What cargo was the IBIS carrying?

The IBIS was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the IBIS?

The IBIS had a tonnage of 905 tons.

What type of wreck is the IBIS?

The IBIS is classified as a carrier.

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