Marla-K Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Marla-k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 10 N,57 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.166667
  • Longitude: -57.000000
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MARLA-K
Type motor vessel
Flag GY
Length 40.8 m
Width 7 m
Tonnage 294
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 7, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.1.80 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 10M OFF CORENTYN R, GUYANA. (LL, 10.1.80). POSN APPROX 061000N, 570000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2004

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER TAKING ON STBD LIST IN HEAVY SEAS. PASSAGE GEORGETOWN FOR SPRINGLANDS. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 6 10 N,57 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the MARLA-K wreck located?

The MARLA-K wreck is located at coordinates 6 10 N,57 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARLA-K?

The seabed around the MARLA-K lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the MARLA-K sink?

The MARLA-K sank on Jan 7, 1980.

When was the wreck of the MARLA-K discovered?

The wreck of the MARLA-K was discovered in 1980.

What country did the MARLA-K belong to?

The MARLA-K belonged to GY.

What cargo was the MARLA-K carrying?

The MARLA-K was carrying fertiliser: natural and products.

What was the tonnage of the MARLA-K?

The MARLA-K had a tonnage of 294 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARLA-K?

The MARLA-K is classified as a motor vessel.

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