Mariju Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Mariju Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 49.92 N,5 37.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.832000
  • Longitude: -5.618000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIJU
Type fishing vessel
Flag MA
Tonnage 70
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1981
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5066/70 11.5.81 DISTRESS POSN REPORTED AS 355000N, 053700W, APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.244). PLOTS VERY CLOSE TO SHORE. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1953. OWNERS AT TIME OF LOSS HAMADI & CHAIB, TANGIER. REPORTED TAKING IN WATER, LATER SANK. CREW OF 14 RESCUED BY RAF LAUNCH. (LLOYDS VOL.244).

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FAQ

Where is the MARIJU wreck located?

The MARIJU wreck is located at coordinates 35 49.92 N,5 37.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIJU?

The seabed around the MARIJU lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the MARIJU sink?

The MARIJU sank on Apr 29, 1981.

When was the wreck of the MARIJU discovered?

The wreck of the MARIJU was discovered in 1981.

What country did the MARIJU belong to?

The MARIJU belonged to MA.

What was the tonnage of the MARIJU?

The MARIJU had a tonnage of 70 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIJU?

The MARIJU is classified as a fishing vessel.

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