Taki Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Taki Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 46 N,8 57 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.766667
  • Longitude: 8.950000
Water Depth 170 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAKI
Type bulk carrier
Flag GR
Length 109.1 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 3898
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.1.81 SANK ABOUT 12-14M N OF ILE DE LA GALITE. (LLOYDS VOL.243). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1969 BY TSUNESIHI ZOSEN, NUMAKUMA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THOMAS A. NAVIGATION CORP. SANK OFF TUNISIAN COAST DUE TO SHIFTING CARGO. 25 CREW RESCUED, ONE MISSING. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TAKI wreck located?

The TAKI wreck is located at coordinates 37 46 N,8 57 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAKI?

The seabed around the TAKI lies at approximately 170 meters deep.

When did the TAKI sink?

The TAKI sank on Jan 3, 1981.

When was the wreck of the TAKI discovered?

The wreck of the TAKI was discovered in 1981.

What country did the TAKI belong to?

The TAKI belonged to GR.

What cargo was the TAKI carrying?

The TAKI was carrying metal: concentrate and products,ore.

What was the tonnage of the TAKI?

The TAKI had a tonnage of 3898 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAKI?

The TAKI is classified as a bulk carrier.

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