Puerto De Pajares Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Puerto de pajares Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 1.094 N,5 37.984 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.018233
  • Longitude: -5.633067
Water Depth 28 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PUERTO DE PAJARES
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Length 46.9 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 618
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 12, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 31, 2021

Surveying Details

16.5.78 SANK 2M OFF TARIFA IN 360106N, 053754W. (LL 15.5.78). NCA YET. H1193/67 4.7.78 A DANGER TO NAVIGATION IN POSN 311.5 DEG, 2833MTRS FROM ISLA DE TARIFA LT [360008N, 053630W, APPROX]. (CADIZ NMS 706(P) & 773/78). PLOTS IN 360110N, 053754W. CHART AS DW. - NM 1949/78. 30.10.78 DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. (LL 31.10.78). 30.8.95 SHOWN IN 360110N, 053755W ON SPANISH 445B (NC 1995). BR STD. 12.6.13 [WGD] POSN: 3601.094N, 0537.984W.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1953 BY ASTILLEROS DE T. RUIZ DE VELASCO, BILBAO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ARMADORES DE CABOTAJE. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH GREEK MV 'NEDA'. (MSD & LLOYDS VOL.232).

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FAQ

Where is the PUERTO DE PAJARES wreck located?

The PUERTO DE PAJARES wreck is located at coordinates 36 1.094 N,5 37.984 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PUERTO DE PAJARES?

The seabed around the PUERTO DE PAJARES lies at approximately 28 meters deep.

When did the PUERTO DE PAJARES sink?

The PUERTO DE PAJARES sank on May 12, 1978.

When was the wreck of the PUERTO DE PAJARES discovered?

The wreck of the PUERTO DE PAJARES was discovered in 1978.

What country did the PUERTO DE PAJARES belong to?

The PUERTO DE PAJARES belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the PUERTO DE PAJARES?

The PUERTO DE PAJARES had a tonnage of 618 tons.

What type of wreck is the PUERTO DE PAJARES?

The PUERTO DE PAJARES is classified as a motor vessel.

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