Translubeca Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Translubeca Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		61 44.96 N,19 34.79 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.749333
  • Longitude: 19.579833
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name TRANSLUBECA
Type carrier
Length 74.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 1205
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 31, 1975
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 30, 2010

Surveying Details

6.1.76 6.1.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 614500N, 193500E APPROX, 40M NW OF PORI. (LL, 2.1.76). NCA. 7.1.76 7.1.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 60M W OF MANTY LUOTO. (LL, 3.1.76). NCA. 9.1.76 9.1.76 LYING IN ABOUT 100MTRS. (LLOYDS). 9.5.08 9.5.08 NOT SHOWN ON SWED 53 [INT 1206] [5TH EDN NOV'07]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1966 BY N V SCHPS V/H H H BODEWES, WILLINGEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY POSEIDON SCHIFFAHRT F IVERS & CO GMBH. PASSGE LULEA FOR BELFAST. SANK APPROX 40M NW OF PORI AFTER CARGO SHIFTED IN VERY HEAVY WEATHER. CREW OF NINE RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TRANSLUBECA wreck located?

The TRANSLUBECA wreck is located at coordinates 61 44.96 N,19 34.79 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TRANSLUBECA?

The seabed around the TRANSLUBECA lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the TRANSLUBECA sink?

The TRANSLUBECA sank on Dec 31, 1975.

When was the wreck of the TRANSLUBECA discovered?

The wreck of the TRANSLUBECA was discovered in 1976.

What cargo was the TRANSLUBECA carrying?

The TRANSLUBECA was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the TRANSLUBECA?

The TRANSLUBECA had a tonnage of 1205 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRANSLUBECA?

The TRANSLUBECA is classified as a carrier.

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