Ferralemes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ferralemes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 15.504 S,58 13.393 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -50.258400
  • Longitude: -58.223217
Water Depth 135 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FERRALEMES
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 1072
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 4, 2008
Original Detection Year 2008
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details HH690/480/02 6.2.08 CAPSIZED AND PARTIALLY SUBMERGED IN 5021.16S, 5810.96W [WGD]. DRIFTING AND REMAINS A HAZARD TO NAVIGATION. (NAVAREA VI 0031/08). NCA. HH690/480/02 6.2.08 HAS NOW SUNK IN 5015.504S, 5813.393W [WGD]. (JOC MT PLEASANT, EMAIL DTD 4.2.08). INS AS NDW. - NM 1461/08.
Last Amended Date Apr 12, 2024

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1986. TOOK WATER ON UPPER DECK IN HEAVY WEATHER WHICH CAUSED A PARTIAL BLACKOUT AND A HEAVY LIST. ABANDONED AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. FALKLANDS FLAGGED VESSEL, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY RBC LTD. (PENGUIN NEWS, FEB '08)

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FAQ

Where is the FERRALEMES wreck located?

The FERRALEMES wreck is located at coordinates 50 15.504 S,58 13.393 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FERRALEMES?

The seabed around the FERRALEMES lies at approximately 135 meters deep.

When did the FERRALEMES sink?

The FERRALEMES sank on Feb 4, 2008.

When was the wreck of the FERRALEMES discovered?

The wreck of the FERRALEMES was discovered in 2008.

What was the tonnage of the FERRALEMES?

The FERRALEMES had a tonnage of 1072 tons.

What type of wreck is the FERRALEMES?

The FERRALEMES is classified as a fishing vessel.

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