Alcantarense Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alcantarense Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
39 25 N,9 40.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.416667
  • Longitude: -9.675000
Water Depth 1343 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALCANTARENSE
Type tender
Flag PT
Tonnage 60
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details 25.4.75 25.4.75 DW SHOWN IN 392500N, 094030W ON SPANISH 101 [1974 EDN]. NCA, PLOTS IN 1343MTRS. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Feb 4, 2002

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED SINKING ABOUT 1M OFF BERLENGA ISLAND, ALL CREW RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.209).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 39 25 N,9 40.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the ALCANTARENSE wreck located?

The ALCANTARENSE wreck is located at coordinates 39 25 N,9 40.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALCANTARENSE?

The seabed around the ALCANTARENSE lies at approximately 1343 meters deep.

When did the ALCANTARENSE sink?

The ALCANTARENSE sank on Sep 29, 1972.

When was the wreck of the ALCANTARENSE discovered?

The wreck of the ALCANTARENSE was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ALCANTARENSE belong to?

The ALCANTARENSE belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the ALCANTARENSE?

The ALCANTARENSE had a tonnage of 60 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALCANTARENSE?

The ALCANTARENSE is classified as a tender.