Velta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Velta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 7 N,23 26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.116667
  • Longitude: -23.433333
Water Depth 5100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VELTA
Type steam ship
Flag NI
Length 133.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 7.8
Tonnage 5056
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.7.71 31.7.71 WK IN 320700N, 232600W. (LL VOLS. 203 & 204, SEA BREEZES VOL.45, NO.305)
Last Amended Date Aug 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1946 BY BARTRAM & SONS LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY VELTA CIA. LTDA. PASSAGE MACAPA, BRAZIL FOR BILBAO. SANK 200 MILES S OF THE AZORES AFTER TAKING IN WATER DURING HEAVY WEATHER. ALL CREW SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 32 7 N,23 26 W
Velta on Wreck Map Velta Wreck on Google Map

More Steam Ship Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the VELTA wreck located?

The VELTA wreck is located at coordinates 32 7 N,23 26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VELTA?

The seabed around the VELTA lies at approximately 5100 meters deep.

When did the VELTA sink?

The VELTA sank on Feb 13, 1971.

When was the wreck of the VELTA discovered?

The wreck of the VELTA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the VELTA belong to?

The VELTA belonged to NI.

What cargo was the VELTA carrying?

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

What was the tonnage of the VELTA?

The VELTA had a tonnage of 5056 tons.

What type of wreck is the VELTA?

The VELTA is classified as a steam ship.

Back to Wrecks