Mirene Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mirene Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 43 N,74 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.716667
  • Longitude: -74.750000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIRENE
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 118 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 4997
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 29, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3538/88 19.7.88 SANK APPROX 40M NW OF SANTA MARTA. (LL 4.7.88). SANK IN 114300N, 744500W. (LL 13.7.88). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 7, 2009

Circumstances of loss

EX-NAPILI '75, EX-TOYA MARU. BUILT IN 1968 BY MAIZURU JUKOGYO KK, MAIZURU. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MIRENE SHIPPING INC. PASSAGE HOUSTON FOR BARRANQUILLA. BEGAN TAKING IN WATER IN NO 2 HOLD DURING STRONG WINDS. PUMPS COULD NOT COPE. WAS ABANDONED EVENTUALLY CAPSIZED & SANK. CREW OF 23 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MIRENE wreck located?

The MIRENE wreck is located at coordinates 11 43 N,74 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIRENE?

The seabed around the MIRENE lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the MIRENE sink?

The MIRENE sank on Jun 29, 1988.

When was the wreck of the MIRENE discovered?

The wreck of the MIRENE was discovered in 1988.

What country did the MIRENE belong to?

The MIRENE belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MIRENE carrying?

The MIRENE was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the MIRENE?

The MIRENE had a tonnage of 4997 tons.

What type of wreck is the MIRENE?

The MIRENE is classified as a motor vessel.

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