Jolly Azzurro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Jolly azzurro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 1 N,5 22 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.016667
  • Longitude: -5.366667
Water Depth 660 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOLLY AZZURRO
Type roll on-roll off
Flag PA
Length 109.1 m
Width 19.5 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1804
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details VESSEL SUNK IN 360100N, 052200W APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.232). PLOTS IN 660MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 11, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1971 BY ANTERLOKKEN VERFT A/S, FLORO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY RHINE TRANSPORT LTD., S.A.. ON PASSAGE FROM LA SPEZIA TO APAPA, LAGOS. SANK IN THE STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR FOLLOWING A COLLISION THE SPANISH MV 'ATLANTICO'. 13 CREW SAVED, 2 LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the JOLLY AZZURRO wreck located?

The JOLLY AZZURRO wreck is located at coordinates 36 1 N,5 22 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JOLLY AZZURRO?

The seabed around the JOLLY AZZURRO lies at approximately 660 meters deep.

When did the JOLLY AZZURRO sink?

The JOLLY AZZURRO sank on Aug 31, 1978.

When was the wreck of the JOLLY AZZURRO discovered?

The wreck of the JOLLY AZZURRO was discovered in 1978.

What country did the JOLLY AZZURRO belong to?

The JOLLY AZZURRO belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the JOLLY AZZURRO?

The JOLLY AZZURRO had a tonnage of 1804 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOLLY AZZURRO?

The JOLLY AZZURRO is classified as a roll on-roll off.

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