Sinno M E (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sinno m e (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 20.207 N,2 10.268 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.336783
  • Longitude: 2.171133
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SINNO M E (PROBABLY)
Type carrier
Flag LB
Length 75 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo sawdust/wood chips,plastic
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 28, 1985
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Markers G SPAR LT BUOY FL(2)G.5S1M
Surveying Details H3205/81 16.7.85 SANK 1M FROM EXIT OF BARCELONA PORT. (LL 261). NCA. H3205/81 1.8.85 SANK IN 10MTRS OFF THE END OF DIQUE DEL ESTE IN AREA KNOWN AS MARTILLO. (LL 261). NCA. H3205/81 22.5.86 WK IN 412020N, 021019E, MARKED BY G SPAR LT BUOY, FL.G.5S. (CADIZ NM 309/86). - NM 1637/86. H3205/81 2.10.87 SALVAGE ATTEMPT BEING MADE BUT DIFFICULTIES HAVE BEEN ENCOUNTERED IN CLEARING SOME CARGO FROM HULL. (LL). NCA. H3205/81 25.2.88 ONLY BUOY SHOWN ON SPANISH 4891 [MAY 1987], NO WK SYMBOL. WK STILL EXISTS AND POSN GIVEN AS 412017N, 021020E. (SPANISH HYD INST, TLX 16.2.88). NCA. 25.3.88 POSN NOW 412017N, 021020E, MARKED BY SPAR BUOY. (CADIZ NM 203/88). NE 1180. 3.9.97 SHOWN IN 412016.6N, 021020.3E [EUR], MARKED BY G SPAR LT BUOY, FL(2)G.5S1M ON SPANISH 4891 [INT 3185] [1996 EDN]. NC 1180. 29.10.99 DW AND G SPAR LT BUOY NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 4891 [INT 3185]. [1999 EDN]. AMEND TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 1180.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1964 BY LODOSE VARV A/B, LODOSE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SINNO TRADING & NAVIGATION AGENCY. DEVELOPED A LIST WHILE LEAVING BARCELONA HARBOUR AND SANK UNDER TOW. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 41 20.207 N,2 10.268 E
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FAQ

Where is the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SINNO M E (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 41 20.207 N,2 10.268 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SINNO M E (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) sink?

The SINNO M E (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 28, 1985.

When was the wreck of the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) belong to?

The SINNO M E (PROBABLY) belonged to LB.

What cargo was the SINNO M E (PROBABLY) carrying?

The SINNO M E (PROBABLY) was carrying sawdust/wood chips,plastic.

What was the tonnage of the SINNO M E (PROBABLY)?

The SINNO M E (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the SINNO M E (PROBABLY)?

The SINNO M E (PROBABLY) is classified as a carrier.

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