Tevega Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tevega Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 12 N,8 29 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.200000
  • Longitude: -8.483333
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEVEGA
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 78.9 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1627
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 9, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.1.74 10.1.74 VESSEL SANK IN 451200N, 082900W APPROX. (LLOYDS 215). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1954, WHILST EN-ROUTE ANTWERP TO CASABLANCA, SANK IN THE BAY OF BISCAY AFTER TAKING IN WATER. ONLY TWO OF 17 MAN CREW SURVIVED. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TEVEGA SHIPPING CO., LTD.

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FAQ

Where is the TEVEGA wreck located?

The TEVEGA wreck is located at coordinates 45 12 N,8 29 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TEVEGA?

The seabed around the TEVEGA lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the TEVEGA sink?

The TEVEGA sank on Jan 9, 1974.

When was the wreck of the TEVEGA discovered?

The wreck of the TEVEGA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the TEVEGA belong to?

The TEVEGA belonged to CY.

What was the tonnage of the TEVEGA?

The TEVEGA had a tonnage of 1627 tons.

What type of wreck is the TEVEGA?

The TEVEGA is classified as a carrier.

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