Marbel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marbel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 16 N,8 56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.266667
  • Longitude: -8.933333
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARBEL
Type stern trawler
Flag ES
Length 68.9 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 1317
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 28, 1978
Bottom Texture Stone
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.2.78 SANK OFF CIES ISLAND. (LL, 11.2.78). POSN 421600N, 085600W FOR FILING. 14.3.12 NOT SHOWN ON BA 1723 [EDN 3 DTD 26.1.12].
Last Amended Date Jul 12, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1967, WAS 5 HOURS OUT FROM VIGO, EN ROUTE TO SOUTH AFRICA, WHEN AN EXPLOSION OCCURRED IN ENGINE ROOM DURING HEAVY STORM 4M W OF CABO SILLEIRO. WITH ENGINES OUT OF ORDER, THE VESSEL WAS THEN DRIVEN ONTO ROCKS NEAR CIES ISLAND, WHERE SHE BROKE UP & SANK IN HIGH WINDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALVAREZ ENTRENA S.A. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MARBEL wreck located?

The MARBEL wreck is located at coordinates 42 16 N,8 56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARBEL?

The seabed around the MARBEL lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the MARBEL sink?

The MARBEL sank on Jan 28, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MARBEL discovered?

The wreck of the MARBEL was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MARBEL belong to?

The MARBEL belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the MARBEL?

The MARBEL had a tonnage of 1317 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARBEL?

The MARBEL is classified as a stern trawler.

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