Candieira Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Candieira Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 20.896 N,10 17.917 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.348267
  • Longitude: 10.298617
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CANDIEIRA
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Length 56.1 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 697
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 7, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2296/84 23.7.84 SANK IN PA 372100N, 101800E. (LL 256). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 3720.957N, 1017.883E.
Last Amended Date Mar 10, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1955 BY FERGUSON BROS (PORT GLASGOW), LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NAVIERA DE GALICIA S.A. (NAVIGASA). PASSAGE CASTELLON FOR TUNIS. SPRANG A LEAK & SANK. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CANDIEIRA wreck located?

The CANDIEIRA wreck is located at coordinates 37 20.896 N,10 17.917 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CANDIEIRA?

The seabed around the CANDIEIRA lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the CANDIEIRA sink?

The CANDIEIRA sank on May 7, 1984.

When was the wreck of the CANDIEIRA discovered?

The wreck of the CANDIEIRA was discovered in 1984.

What country did the CANDIEIRA belong to?

The CANDIEIRA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the CANDIEIRA carrying?

The CANDIEIRA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CANDIEIRA?

The CANDIEIRA had a tonnage of 697 tons.

What type of wreck is the CANDIEIRA?

The CANDIEIRA is classified as a motor vessel.

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