Swan 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Swan 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 28 N,2 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.466667
  • Longitude: -2.833333
Water Depth 1500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SWAN 1
Type carrier
Flag VC
Length 74.1 m
Width 10.8 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 999
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 9, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH175/400/01 30.4.93 HH175/400/01 30.4.93 SANK IN 442800N, 025000W APPROX. (LL 10.2.93). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1969 BY J J SIETAS GMBH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SWAN OCEAN SHIPPING CO. PASSAGE ROTTERDAM FOR PASAJES. SANK AFTER STRIKING A SUBMERGED OBJECT. CREW OF 5 RESCUED FROM LIFEBOATS BY M TANKER 'INGE' IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SWAN 1 wreck located?

The SWAN 1 wreck is located at coordinates 44 28 N,2 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SWAN 1?

The seabed around the SWAN 1 lies at approximately 1500 meters deep.

When did the SWAN 1 sink?

The SWAN 1 sank on Feb 9, 1993.

When was the wreck of the SWAN 1 discovered?

The wreck of the SWAN 1 was discovered in 1993.

What country did the SWAN 1 belong to?

The SWAN 1 belonged to VC.

What cargo was the SWAN 1 carrying?

The SWAN 1 was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the SWAN 1?

The SWAN 1 had a tonnage of 999 tons.

What type of wreck is the SWAN 1?

The SWAN 1 is classified as a carrier.

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