Maldive Mail Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maldive mail Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 53.873 N,70 23.03 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.897883
  • Longitude: 70.383833
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALDIVE MAIL
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 113.4 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 3597
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1975
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details VESSEL LYING IN 2 PARTS IN 205400N, 702236E APPROX, MAY MOVE DURING MONSOON. VESSEL WILL BE A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.220) H1811/64 18.6.76 ST IN 205344N, 702215E. (MV CITY OF LICHFIELD, LTR DTD 25.5.76) NE 1321. 13.8.79 SHOWN AS DW PA IN 205340N, 702240E ON US 63080. NCA. 1.10.79 SHOWN AS ST IN 205350N, 702303E [IND] ON INDIAN 2054. NC 3460. 27.9.00 NO LONGER CHARTED ON INDIAN 2054 [1997 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 3460.
Last Amended Date Sep 27, 2000

Circumstances of loss

31.5.75 BUILT 1958 BY BURNTISLAND SHIPPING CO. LTD., BURNTISLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MALDIVES INVESTMENTS (LONDON) LTD. ON PASSAGE KARACHI FOR PENANG & SINGAPORE. VESSEL CAUGHT FIRE IN HOLD & ANCHORED OFF VERAVAL ON 31.5.75, LATER DRAGGED ANCHOR & GROUNDED SE OF VERAVAL, OUTSIDE HARBOUR LIMITS, & BROKE AMIDSHIPS ON 8.6.75. CREW OF 39 RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MALDIVE MAIL wreck located?

The MALDIVE MAIL wreck is located at coordinates 20 53.873 N,70 23.03 E.

When did the MALDIVE MAIL sink?

The MALDIVE MAIL sank on Jun 8, 1975.

When was the wreck of the MALDIVE MAIL discovered?

The wreck of the MALDIVE MAIL was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MALDIVE MAIL belong to?

The MALDIVE MAIL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MALDIVE MAIL carrying?

The MALDIVE MAIL was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MALDIVE MAIL?

The MALDIVE MAIL had a tonnage of 3597 tons.

What type of wreck is the MALDIVE MAIL?

The MALDIVE MAIL is classified as a motor vessel.

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