Vera K Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vera k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 44.025 N,32 26.708 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.733750
  • Longitude: 32.445133
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VERA K
Type carrier
Flag LB
Length 86.3 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 2220
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 9, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 24, 2021

Surveying Details

24.8.71 AGROUND ON MOULIA RKS, 130DEGS, 2.5M FROM PAPHOS LT. UNABLE TO BE REFLOATED, ABANDONED AS TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.204 & 205). H4357/71 9.9.71 REPEAT OF ABOVE. (INCE & CO. HN AUG'71). GIVES POSN 344346N, 322637E APPROX. INS AS ST PA. BR STD. H4357/71 25.7.72 REPD IN 344300N, 322530E, HARD AGROUND IN UPRIGHT POSITION WITH MASTS & SUPERSTRUCTURE VISIBLE. (CHIEF CUSTOMS OFFICER, PAPHOS). NCA. 10.5.91 WGD POSN: 343301.5N, 322642.5E. NC 849. RSDRA2021000304191 25.11.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2021. WRECK REPORTED NO LONGER EXISTING. [CYPRUS DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND SURVEYS]. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1951 BY DEUTSCH WERFT A G, HAMBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DEMLINE (MIDDLE EAST) LTD. PASSAGE CONSTANTZA FOR BEIRUT. RAN AGROUND ON MOULIA ROCKS, 2.5M OFF PAPHOS LT. CARGO INCLUDED TIMBER, CARS, SODA ASH & SODIUM SULPHATE. ABANDONED AS CTL. (MSD).

General Comments

Wreck reported no longer existing.

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FAQ

Where is the VERA K wreck located?

The VERA K wreck is located at coordinates 34 44.025 N,32 26.708 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VERA K?

The seabed around the VERA K lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the VERA K sink?

The VERA K sank on May 9, 1971.

When was the wreck of the VERA K discovered?

The wreck of the VERA K was discovered in 1971.

What country did the VERA K belong to?

The VERA K belonged to LB.

What cargo was the VERA K carrying?

The VERA K was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the VERA K?

The VERA K had a tonnage of 2220 tons.

What type of wreck is the VERA K?

The VERA K is classified as a carrier.

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