Albufeira Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Albufeira Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
38 7.09 N,8 57.571 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.118167
  • Longitude: -8.959517
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALBUFEIRA
Type trawler
Flag PT
Length 13.1 m
Width 2.1 m
Tonnage 341
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 16, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2765/69 11.12.80 H2765/69 11.12.80 NDW IN 380700N, 085730W. (LISBON NM 231/80)BR STD. H2765/69 29.4.81 H2765/69 29.4.81 REPEAT OF ABOVE INFO. (CADIZ NM 306/81) NCA. 27.4.83 27.4.83 NDW SHOWN IN 380700N, 085730W ON PORTUGUESE 15. NC 3636. . 22.8.00 22.8.00 NOT SHOWN IN PORTUGUESE 24204 [MAY'99 EDN - LARGEST SCALE]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 3636.
Last Amended Date Aug 22, 2000

Circumstances of loss

6.7.81 VESSEL HAD EXPLOSIONS ON BOARD & CAUGHT FIRE W OF CAPE ST VINCENT, TAKEN IN TOW BUT SANK 11M N OF SINES. (LL, 6.7.81)

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FAQ

Where is the ALBUFEIRA wreck located?

The ALBUFEIRA wreck is located at coordinates 38 7.09 N,8 57.571 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALBUFEIRA?

The seabed around the ALBUFEIRA lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the ALBUFEIRA sink?

The ALBUFEIRA sank on Oct 16, 1980.

When was the wreck of the ALBUFEIRA discovered?

The wreck of the ALBUFEIRA was discovered in 1980.

What country did the ALBUFEIRA belong to?

The ALBUFEIRA belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the ALBUFEIRA?

The ALBUFEIRA had a tonnage of 341 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALBUFEIRA?

The ALBUFEIRA is classified as a trawler.