Karim Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Karim Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 50.6 N,32 17.1 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.843333
  • Longitude: 32.285000
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KARIM
Type carrier
Flag LB
Length 68 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1038
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 28, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.3.73 VESSEL SANK IN 345036N, 321706E. (LLOYDS 210). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1954 BY TRAVERWERFT GMBH, LUBECK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LEBANESE INTERNATIONAL LIES. PASSAGE TRIESTE FOR BEIRUT. GENERAL CARGO. SANK IN HEAVY SEAS NEAR PAPHOS. TWO MEN LOST. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 50.6 N,32 17.1 E
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FAQ

Where is the KARIM wreck located?

The KARIM wreck is located at coordinates 34 50.6 N,32 17.1 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KARIM?

The seabed around the KARIM lies at approximately 550 meters deep.

When did the KARIM sink?

The KARIM sank on Dec 28, 1972.

When was the wreck of the KARIM discovered?

The wreck of the KARIM was discovered in 1972.

What country did the KARIM belong to?

The KARIM belonged to LB.

What cargo was the KARIM carrying?

The KARIM was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KARIM?

The KARIM had a tonnage of 1038 tons.

What type of wreck is the KARIM?

The KARIM is classified as a carrier.

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