SS Aquileia

Class overview
Name	SS Aquileia
History
Name	SS Aquileia
Owner	Lloyd Triestino
Operator	Lloyd Triestino
Registry	Italy
Route	Mediterranean Sea
Builder	Cantieri Riuniti dell'Adriatico
Launched	1925
In service	1926
Out of service	1941
Fate	Sunk during World War II
General characteristics
Tonnage	8,000 GRT
Length	140 meters
Beam	18 meters
Speed	18 knots
Capacity	1,200 passengers

The SS Aquileia was a passenger ship operated by the Italian shipping company Lloyd Triestino. Built in 1925 by Cantieri Riuniti dell'Adriatico, the ship was primarily used for routes in the Mediterranean Sea.

Construction and Design

The SS Aquileia was constructed at the Cantieri Riuniti dell'Adriatico shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. Launched in 1925, the ship was designed to carry up to 1,200 passengers and had a gross tonnage of 8,000 GRT. The vessel measured 140 meters in length and 18 meters in beam, with a top speed of 18 knots.

Service History

The SS Aquileia entered service in 1926, operating under the flag of Lloyd Triestino. The ship was primarily used for passenger services within the Mediterranean Sea, connecting various ports in Italy, Greece, and North Africa.

World War II

During World War II, the SS Aquileia was requisitioned by the Italian government for use as a troop transport. The ship continued to operate in the Mediterranean, supporting military operations.

Sinking

In 1941, the SS Aquileia was sunk during an air raid by Allied forces. The exact location of the sinking remains a subject of historical research, but it is believed to have occurred in the central Mediterranean.

Legacy

The SS Aquileia is remembered as a significant vessel in the fleet of Lloyd Triestino, representing the maritime history of Italy during the early 20th century. The ship's service during World War II and its eventual sinking highlight the risks faced by civilian vessels during wartime.

See Also

• Lloyd Triestino
• Cantieri Riuniti dell'Adriatico
• Mediterranean Sea
• World War II