Esperanza Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Esperanza Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 14.8 N,14 43.73 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.246667
  • Longitude: 14.728833
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name ESPERANZA
Type motor vessel
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 16, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 30, 2010

Surveying Details

HH330/350/02 14.1.92 AGROUND ON ROCKY SEABED JUST OUTSIDE ENTRANCE TO PORT OF VANG, BORNHOLM ISLAND. HOLD AND ENGINE ROOM FLOODED. (LL 17.12.91). WK HAS BEEN PUSHED FURTHER ASHORE ONTO PEBBLE BEACH. DECLARED A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (LL 4.1.92). NCA YET. HH330/350/02 29.1.92 STRANDED IN 551448N, 144354E, ABOUT 40MTRS N OF VANG PIER AND ABOUT 25MTRS OFF-SHORE. NOT MARKED. (DANISH NM 233/92). NCA, BA 2360 STS. HH330/350/02 7.2.92 WK HAMPERS NAVIGATION TO AND FROM PIER. NEITHER OWNERS NOR INSURERS INTEND TO REMOVE WRECK. (LL 7.2.92). NCA. HH330/350/02 7.4.92 DEMOLITION IN SITU NOW IN HAND. (LL 24.3.92). AMENDED TO DEAD. NFA.

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED WHILE ON APPROACH TO PORT OF VANG. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ESPERANZA wreck located?

The ESPERANZA wreck is located at coordinates 55 14.8 N,14 43.73 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ESPERANZA?

The seabed around the ESPERANZA lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the ESPERANZA sink?

The ESPERANZA sank on Dec 16, 1991.

When was the wreck of the ESPERANZA discovered?

The wreck of the ESPERANZA was discovered in 1991.

What country did the ESPERANZA belong to?

The ESPERANZA belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the ESPERANZA?

The ESPERANZA is classified as a motor vessel.

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