Las Minas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Las minas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 0 N,36 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.000000
  • Longitude: 36.000000
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAS MINAS
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 84.7 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 1880
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 27, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.8.78 SANK IN 240000N, 360000E PD. (LL 30.8.78, & 6.1.78). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1946 BY LINDHOLMENS VARV A/B, GOTHENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BENZAX MARITIME CO LTD. PASSAGE CHALKIS FOR SALEEF, YEMEN. SPARANG A LEAK IN HEAVY WEATHER AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LAS MINAS wreck located?

The LAS MINAS wreck is located at coordinates 24 0 N,36 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LAS MINAS?

The seabed around the LAS MINAS lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the LAS MINAS sink?

The LAS MINAS sank on Dec 27, 1977.

When was the wreck of the LAS MINAS discovered?

The wreck of the LAS MINAS was discovered in 1977.

What country did the LAS MINAS belong to?

The LAS MINAS belonged to CY.

What cargo was the LAS MINAS carrying?

The LAS MINAS was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the LAS MINAS?

The LAS MINAS had a tonnage of 1880 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAS MINAS?

The LAS MINAS is classified as a carrier.

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