Mafre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mafre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
35 54.13 N,14 31.55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.902167
  • Longitude: 14.525833
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAFRE
Type yacht
Flag PA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 3, 1977
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.4.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 355412N, 143136E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.228). NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. HH090/878/01 13.1.00 NOT LOCATED. (HMS HERALD, ROS FOR HI 878). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 13, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, WHILE ENTERING HARBOUR FROM CROTONE, CONTACTED ST ELMO ROCKS, GRAND HBR, VALLETTA, & FOUNDERED. 2 MEN SAVED. (LLOYDS VOL.228).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 35 54.13 N,14 31.55 E
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FAQ

Where is the MAFRE wreck located?

The MAFRE wreck is located at coordinates 35 54.13 N,14 31.55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAFRE?

The seabed around the MAFRE lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the MAFRE sink?

The MAFRE sank on Apr 3, 1977.

When was the wreck of the MAFRE discovered?

The wreck of the MAFRE was discovered in 1977.

What country did the MAFRE belong to?

The MAFRE belonged to PA.

What type of wreck is the MAFRE?

The MAFRE is classified as a yacht.