Advance Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Advance Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 39 N,5 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.650000
  • Longitude: -5.200000
Water Depth 86 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ADVANCE
Type carrier
Flag VC
Tonnage 1939
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 31, 2008
Original Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.4.08 9.4.08 SANK IN 4639.0N, 0512.0W. (LL 1.4.08). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 9, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1982. PASSAGE MOERDIJK FOR TARANTO. REPORTED BEING STRUCK BY LARGE WAVES AT 1040 LOCAL, MARCH 30TH AND WA TAKING WATER. WAS BEING ESCORTED TO LA ROCHELLE BY A FRENCH NAVY FRIGATE WHEN SHE SANK. CREW OF 6 RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ADVANCE wreck located?

The ADVANCE wreck is located at coordinates 46 39 N,5 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ADVANCE?

The seabed around the ADVANCE lies at approximately 86 meters deep.

When did the ADVANCE sink?

The ADVANCE sank on Mar 31, 2008.

When was the wreck of the ADVANCE discovered?

The wreck of the ADVANCE was discovered in 2008.

What country did the ADVANCE belong to?

The ADVANCE belonged to VC.

What cargo was the ADVANCE carrying?

The ADVANCE was carrying metal: concentrate and products,clay products.

What was the tonnage of the ADVANCE?

The ADVANCE had a tonnage of 1939 tons.

What type of wreck is the ADVANCE?

The ADVANCE is classified as a carrier.

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