Marguerite Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Marguerite Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 3.3 S,34 49.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -8.055000
  • Longitude: -34.826667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water Springs
Name MARGUERITE
Type bulk carrier
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jun 12, 2009

Surveying Details

17.6.69 17.6.69 EXPLODED AND SANK (CAUSE UNKNOWN) 2 MILES OFF RECIFE HARBOUR. PORT AUTHORITY TRYING FOR REMOVAL OF WK. (LL 197). NCA. H4899/76 27.10.69 H4899/76 27.10.69 ST IN 080312S, 344934W. (PARIS NM 39/54/69). - NM 1744/69. H4899/56 13.12.69 H4899/56 13.12.69 AMEND DW MAST WITH G CONICAL BUOY, FL G 3SEC, CLOSE SW. (BRAZIL NM 111/69). BR STD. H4899/56 1.12.75 H4899/56 1.12.75 NOW IN 080318S, 394936W. MAST DELETED. (BRAZILIAN NM 166/75). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EXPLODED AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the MARGUERITE wreck located?

The MARGUERITE wreck is located at coordinates 8 3.3 S,34 49.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARGUERITE?

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

When was the wreck of the MARGUERITE discovered?

The wreck of the MARGUERITE was discovered in 1969.

What type of wreck is the MARGUERITE?

The MARGUERITE is classified as a bulk carrier.

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