Natia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Natia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 50 N,32 24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 0.833333
  • Longitude: -32.400000
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NATIA
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 131.2 m
Width 18.7 m
Tonnage 8723
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.6.78 20.6.78 WK IN 005000N, 322400W. REPORTED SUNK IN 004400N, 321200W. (LLWW2 & WRECKSITE.EU). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY STEPHEN & SONS LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ROYAL MAIL LINES. TWIN QUADRUPLE EXPANSION ENGINES. PASSAGE LONDON FOR BUENOS AIRES. CAPTURED & SUNK BY GERMAN AUXILARY CRUISER THOR. 2 CREW KILLED, OTHERS TAKEN A POWS. (LLWW2 & WRECKSITE.EU).

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FAQ

Where is the NATIA wreck located?

The NATIA wreck is located at coordinates 0 50 N,32 24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NATIA?

The seabed around the NATIA lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the NATIA sink?

The NATIA sank on Oct 8, 1940.

When was the wreck of the NATIA discovered?

The wreck of the NATIA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the NATIA belong to?

The NATIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NATIA carrying?

The NATIA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the NATIA?

The NATIA had a tonnage of 8723 tons.

What type of wreck is the NATIA?

The NATIA is classified as a carrier.

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