Nicolas P Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nicolas p Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 43.9 N,5 27.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.731667
  • Longitude: -5.451667
Water Depth 1600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NICOLAS P
Type motor vessel
Flag LR
Length 95.7 m
Width 13.6 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 2612
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 18, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2770/69 H2770/69 SANK IN 464400N, 052700W APPROX. (LL, VOL 199). NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1950 BY BURNTISLAND SB CO, SANK AFTER DEVELOPING LEAK WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM SFAX TO HAMBURG. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY SAN PARASKEVI SHIPPING CO. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the NICOLAS P wreck located?

The NICOLAS P wreck is located at coordinates 46 43.9 N,5 27.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NICOLAS P?

The seabed around the NICOLAS P lies at approximately 1600 meters deep.

When did the NICOLAS P sink?

The NICOLAS P sank on Feb 18, 1970.

When was the wreck of the NICOLAS P discovered?

The wreck of the NICOLAS P was discovered in 1970.

What country did the NICOLAS P belong to?

The NICOLAS P belonged to LR.

What cargo was the NICOLAS P carrying?

The NICOLAS P was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the NICOLAS P?

The NICOLAS P had a tonnage of 2612 tons.

What type of wreck is the NICOLAS P?

The NICOLAS P is classified as a motor vessel.

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