Galstar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Galstar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 47.93 N,7 38.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.798833
  • Longitude: -7.634833
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GALSTAR
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Tonnage 497
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 16, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.10.77 18.10.77 SANK IN APPROX 59FMS OFF VIVERO. (LL 18.10.77). 19.10.77 19.10.77 SANK OFF COELLEIRA ISLAND, BARQUERO BAY. (LL 19.10.77). 29.8.78 29.8.78 VESSEL REPD TO HAVE TOUCHED BOTTOM & LATER SANK 3M OFF ESTACA DE BARES. (LL 30.8.78). NCA POSN 434800N, 073800W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK DURING HEAVY SWELL, WHILST EN-ROUTE ROTTERDAM TO BARCELONA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 47.93 N,7 38.09 W
Galstar on Wreck Map Galstar Wreck on Google Map

More Motor Vessel Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the GALSTAR wreck located?

The GALSTAR wreck is located at coordinates 43 47.93 N,7 38.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GALSTAR?

The seabed around the GALSTAR lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the GALSTAR sink?

The GALSTAR sank on Oct 16, 1977.

When was the wreck of the GALSTAR discovered?

The wreck of the GALSTAR was discovered in 1977.

What country did the GALSTAR belong to?

The GALSTAR belonged to CY.

What cargo was the GALSTAR carrying?

The GALSTAR was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the GALSTAR?

The GALSTAR had a tonnage of 497 tons.

What type of wreck is the GALSTAR?

The GALSTAR is classified as a motor vessel.

Back to Wrecks