Bosco Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bosco Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
13 8 N,61 9.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.133333
  • Longitude: -61.158333
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOSCO
Type yacht
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 29, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.12.79 SANK APPROX 0.5M OFF ST VINCENT. (LL 29.12.79). POSN 130800N, 610930W FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2017/000130865 04.07.17 NOTHING LOCATED IN LIDAR DATA. (FUGRO LIDAR SURVEY 2016/2017, HI 1530). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 4, 2017

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER FIRE STARTED IN CABIN. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 13 8 N,61 9.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the BOSCO wreck located?

The BOSCO wreck is located at coordinates 13 8 N,61 9.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOSCO?

The seabed around the BOSCO lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the BOSCO sink?

The BOSCO sank on Dec 29, 1979.

When was the wreck of the BOSCO discovered?

The wreck of the BOSCO was discovered in 1979.

What type of wreck is the BOSCO?

The BOSCO is classified as a yacht.