Charted as GENIMAR, entire wreck in the Marine zone.
Vessel structure:
Lies in position 51°10.48N, 001°39.57E at a depth of 26.5m in a general depth of 43m.
Sonar dimensions: 103 x 17 x 16.1m. Orientation: 42°. No scour.
In 2006 she was noted to be 'upright, intact [with] clear damage to [her] bow.' (1, 29.08.07)
'The wreck is apparently intact and sitting in a max of 45m, but rises up to the bridge area being at about 32-35m and
the decks at about 38m apparently a very similar profile to the outstanding wreck of the Carmen.'
Documentary evidence:
'The GENIMAR which was carrying 4,700 tons of zinc concentrates, was in the 'traffic separation' zone only recently
introduced in the Dover Straits area to prevent collisions. Shortly before the accident, HM Coastguards at the radar
tracking station at St Margaret's Bay had reported a 'rogue' vessel in the Channel sailing in the incorrect lane. The
survivors were picked up by the Greek [LARRY L with which the GANIMAR collided] and landed at Dover by the
lifeboat. Fuel oil covered a large surface area and the Dover Harbour Board tug DILIGENT stayed at sea for seven
hours spraying detergent, having been chartered by the Department of the Environment. Dispersal of the wreck was
undertaken by Salvage & Cable of Folkestone, who removed her masts, funnel, radar scanners and aerials.'
Built: 1962:
Where built: Mukaishima
Builder: Hitachi
LBD: 105.5 x 15.2 x 6.6
Tonnage: 3535 grt
Propulsion: Screw-driven 8-cylinder oil engine
HP: 2800
Speed: 12 knots
Crew: 24
Ownership:
1962 - Built as YAMAMINE MARU, ownership is not known.
1970 - Re-named GENIMAR, owned by the Genimar Development Corporation