Phenix Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Phenix Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 26 N,9 29 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.433333
  • Longitude: 9.483333
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PHENIX
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 65.8 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 493
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo containers,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 31, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3091/79 7.1.80 SANK IN PA 432600N, 092900E. (LL 239). FOR FILING ONLY. 23.4.12 NOT SHOWN ON IT300909 [EDN 1.26]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 11, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN ROUGH SEAS AFTER THE CARGO SHIFTED. PASSAGE LA SPEZIA FOR ANNABA. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the PHENIX wreck located?

The PHENIX wreck is located at coordinates 43 26 N,9 29 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PHENIX?

The seabed around the PHENIX lies at approximately 550 meters deep.

When did the PHENIX sink?

The PHENIX sank on Dec 31, 1979.

When was the wreck of the PHENIX discovered?

The wreck of the PHENIX was discovered in 1979.

What country did the PHENIX belong to?

The PHENIX belonged to IT.

What cargo was the PHENIX carrying?

The PHENIX was carrying containers,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the PHENIX?

The PHENIX had a tonnage of 493 tons.

What type of wreck is the PHENIX?

The PHENIX is classified as a motor vessel.

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