Nesam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nesam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 40.109 N,8 42.675 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.668483
  • Longitude: -8.711250
Wreck Depth 119.88 m
Water Depth 131 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NESAM
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 82.3 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 4.9
Sonar Length 79
Sonar Width 28
Shadow Height 11.4
Orientation 39
Tonnage 1571
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 14, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2023

Surveying Details

17.11.82 LIFERAFTS LOCATED ABOUT 2.5 HOURS AFTER INITIAL DISTRESS CALL, IN 493642N, 084336W, BY MV 'ATLANTIC CAUSEWAY'. (LL, 16.11.82). H5279/77 19.11.82 SANK IN 494000N, 084200W. (LANDSEND RADIO, 15.11.82). INS AS USC PA 85MTRS. BR STD. RSDRA2023000272078 25.10.23 EXAM'D IN 4940.109N, 0842.675W [WGD], LEAST M/B DEPTH 119.88 MTRS, IN GEN DEPTH 131 MTRS, LENGTH 79 MTRS, WIDTH 28 MTRS, HT 11.4 MTRS, ORIENTATION 039 DEGS. NFS. (UKHO H525.2, GSI CV21_01 DD 3.6.21). AMEND NDW 119 MTRS IN REVISED POSITION.

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED SERIOUS LIST AND QUICKLY SANK, DURING NEAR GALE FORCE WINDS. EN ROUTE CASABLANCA TO WHITEHAVEN.

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FAQ

Where is the NESAM wreck located?

The NESAM wreck is located at coordinates 49 40.109 N,8 42.675 W.

How deep is the NESAM and where exactly is it located?

The NESAM lies at a depth of about 119.88 meters and is located at coordinates 49 40.109 N,8 42.675 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NESAM?

The seabed around the NESAM lies at approximately 131 meters deep.

When did the NESAM sink?

The NESAM sank on Nov 14, 1982.

When was the wreck of the NESAM discovered?

The wreck of the NESAM was discovered in 1982.

What country did the NESAM belong to?

The NESAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NESAM carrying?

The NESAM was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the NESAM?

The NESAM had a tonnage of 1571 tons.

What type of wreck is the NESAM?

The NESAM is classified as a motor vessel.

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