Juan Y Gines Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Juan y gines Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 19.84 N,6 49.9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.330667
  • Longitude: -6.831667
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JUAN Y GINES
Type fishing vessel
Flag ES
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 8, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.1.77 14.1.77 SANK OFF KENTITRA. (LL, 12.1.77). POSN 342000N, 065000W FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000174654 16.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7551. (EDN 2, COR TO 1.1.16). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK WHILE UNDER TOW TO TANGIER, AFTER BEING INTERCEPTED BY A MOROCCAN COASTAL PATROL FOR SUPPOSEDLY FISHING IN MOROCCAN TERRITORIAL WATERS. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the JUAN Y GINES wreck located?

The JUAN Y GINES wreck is located at coordinates 34 19.84 N,6 49.9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JUAN Y GINES?

The seabed around the JUAN Y GINES lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the JUAN Y GINES sink?

The JUAN Y GINES sank on Jan 8, 1977.

When was the wreck of the JUAN Y GINES discovered?

The wreck of the JUAN Y GINES was discovered in 1977.

What country did the JUAN Y GINES belong to?

The JUAN Y GINES belonged to ES.

What type of wreck is the JUAN Y GINES?

The JUAN Y GINES is classified as a fishing vessel.

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