Lies Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lies Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 10 N,9 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.166667
  • Longitude: 9.333333
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LIES
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 55.2 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 498
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 30, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.7.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 431000N, 092000E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.209). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Oct 24, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM LA NOUVELLE TO CATANIA. SANK OFF CAPE CORSICA, SARDINIA DUE TO SHIFTING CARGO. (LLOYDS VOL.209).

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FAQ

Where is the LIES wreck located?

The LIES wreck is located at coordinates 43 10 N,9 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LIES?

The seabed around the LIES lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the LIES sink?

The LIES sank on Oct 30, 1971.

When was the wreck of the LIES discovered?

The wreck of the LIES was discovered in 1971.

What country did the LIES belong to?

The LIES belonged to IT.

What cargo was the LIES carrying?

The LIES was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the LIES?

The LIES had a tonnage of 498 tons.

What type of wreck is the LIES?

The LIES is classified as a motor vessel.

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