Monte Stello Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Monte stello Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 16.94 N,9 23.94 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.282333
  • Longitude: 9.399000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MONTE STELLO
Type roll on-roll off
Flag FR
Length 126.5 m
Width 20.4 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 4788
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1994
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1994
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH372/400/02 27.1.94 UPRIGHT AND WEDGED ON ROCKS WITHIN THE MADDALENA ARCHIPELAGO. BUNKERS BEING REMOVED. SALVAGE TENDERS BEING REQUESTED. (LLOYDS VOL.295). NCA YET, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. HH372/400/02 14.3.94 SETTLED AS CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.295). NCA YET.
Last Amended Date Sep 5, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WENT AGROUND ON ROCKS IN MADDALENA ARCHIPELAGO DURING A GALE WHILE ON PASSAGE MARSEILLES TO PORTO VECCHIO. VESSEL ESTIMATED TO BE ABOUT 60KM OFF HER USUAL COURSE. ALL CREW & PASSENGERS SAFE. DECLARED A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS.(LLOYDS VOL.295).

General Comments

UPRIGHT, WEDGED ON ROCKS

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FAQ

Where is the MONTE STELLO wreck located?

The MONTE STELLO wreck is located at coordinates 41 16.94 N,9 23.94 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MONTE STELLO?

The seabed around the MONTE STELLO lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the MONTE STELLO sink?

The MONTE STELLO sank on Jan 1, 1994.

When was the wreck of the MONTE STELLO discovered?

The wreck of the MONTE STELLO was discovered in 1994.

What country did the MONTE STELLO belong to?

The MONTE STELLO belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the MONTE STELLO?

The MONTE STELLO had a tonnage of 4788 tons.

What type of wreck is the MONTE STELLO?

The MONTE STELLO is classified as a roll on-roll off.

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