Finnpolaris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Finnpolaris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		71 45 N,59 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 71.750000
  • Longitude: -59.500000
Water Depth 360 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FINNPOLARIS
Type carrier
Flag BS
Length 159.2 m
Width 21.4 m
Draught 9.2
Tonnage 12385
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 12, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH111/350/01 28.8.91 STRUCK ICEBERG IN 720000N, 595800W. LATER SANK ABOUT 90M SW OF UPERNAVIK, GREENLAND. (LL 13.8.91). NCA, POSN 714500N, 593000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 13, 2009

Circumstances of loss

11.8.91 BUILT IN 1981 BY S.A JULIANA CONSTRUCTORA GIJONESA, GIJON. STRUCK AN ICEBERG 11.8.91 AND BEGAN TO LIST. LATER WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FCRS-SHIPPING LTD. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the FINNPOLARIS wreck located?

The FINNPOLARIS wreck is located at coordinates 71 45 N,59 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FINNPOLARIS?

The seabed around the FINNPOLARIS lies at approximately 360 meters deep.

When did the FINNPOLARIS sink?

The FINNPOLARIS sank on Aug 12, 1991.

When was the wreck of the FINNPOLARIS discovered?

The wreck of the FINNPOLARIS was discovered in 1991.

What country did the FINNPOLARIS belong to?

The FINNPOLARIS belonged to BS.

What cargo was the FINNPOLARIS carrying?

The FINNPOLARIS was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the FINNPOLARIS?

The FINNPOLARIS had a tonnage of 12385 tons.

What type of wreck is the FINNPOLARIS?

The FINNPOLARIS is classified as a carrier.

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