Galapagos Wreck
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Wreck Category | non-dangerous wreck |
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Galapagos Wreck Location Marine Coordinates (DMM) |
39 51.2 N,15 31.2 W |
| Latitude, Longitude Decimal Degrees |
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| Water Depth | 4950 m |
| Water Level Effect | always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum | Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name | GALAPAGOS |
| Type | Float/Floating Structure |
| Conspic Visual | not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar | not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Original Detection Year | 2003 |
| Original Source | Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Surveying Details | 12.12.03 12.12.03 SANK IN 3951.2N, 1531.2W [UND]. (LL 10.12.03). NCA. |
| Last Amended Date | Dec 12, 2003 |
Circumstances of loss
SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER WHILE UNDER TOW OF M SALVAGE TUG SUHALI (978GT, BUILT 1977). PASSAGE SANTANDER FOR CHRISTOBEL. (LL).