Massys Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Massys Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 14 N,14 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.233333
  • Longitude: -14.966667
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MASSYS
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 79.2 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1820
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.12.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 091400N, 145800W APPROX. (LL, 14.12.77). NCA. 1.7.03 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1952 BY S P AUSTIN & SON LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OVERTANIA SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE BULGARIA FOR CONARKY. SANK FOLLOWING EXPLOSION & FIRE IN ENGINE ROOM. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MASSYS wreck located?

The MASSYS wreck is located at coordinates 9 14 N,14 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MASSYS?

The seabed around the MASSYS lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the MASSYS sink?

The MASSYS sank on Dec 7, 1977.

When was the wreck of the MASSYS discovered?

The wreck of the MASSYS was discovered in 1977.

What country did the MASSYS belong to?

The MASSYS belonged to CY.

What cargo was the MASSYS carrying?

The MASSYS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MASSYS?

The MASSYS had a tonnage of 1820 tons.

What type of wreck is the MASSYS?

The MASSYS is classified as a carrier.

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