Maria Alejandra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maria alejandra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 32 N,18 13 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.533333
  • Longitude: -18.216667
Water Depth 1106 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIA ALEJANDRA
Type tanker
Flag ES
Length 328.9 m
Width 50.9 m
Draught 20.1
Tonnage 122599
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.6.80 SANK IN 203200N, 181300W APPROX. (LLOYDS MONTHLY RETURN 3/80). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 29, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1977 BY ASTILLEROS ESPANOLES SA, CADIZ. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MAROIL SA. PASSAGE ALGECIRAS FOR THE PERSIAN GULF IN BALLAST. SANK 40 SECONDS AFTER BEING RIPPED APART BY MASSIVE EXPLOSIONS. 36 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MARIA ALEJANDRA wreck located?

The MARIA ALEJANDRA wreck is located at coordinates 20 32 N,18 13 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIA ALEJANDRA?

The seabed around the MARIA ALEJANDRA lies at approximately 1106 meters deep.

When did the MARIA ALEJANDRA sink?

The MARIA ALEJANDRA sank on Mar 12, 1980.

When was the wreck of the MARIA ALEJANDRA discovered?

The wreck of the MARIA ALEJANDRA was discovered in 1980.

What country did the MARIA ALEJANDRA belong to?

The MARIA ALEJANDRA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the MARIA ALEJANDRA carrying?

The MARIA ALEJANDRA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MARIA ALEJANDRA?

The MARIA ALEJANDRA had a tonnage of 122599 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIA ALEJANDRA?

The MARIA ALEJANDRA is classified as a tanker.

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