Anne Bewa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Anne bewa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 4.04 N,5 56.84 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.067333
  • Longitude: 5.947333
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name ANNE BEWA
Type motor vessel
Flag DK
Tonnage 400
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 1, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Aug 4, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ANNE BEWA is located off the coast of France at Cap Cepet with reported coordinates 43 04.04 N, 05 56.84 E. Historical records from Lloyds indicate the vessel was beached at this location. Although referenced in maritime logs, the wreck of the ANNE BEWA is not currently listed in official French wreck records, nor is it displayed on recent French hydrographic charts. Due to the vague nature of the historical reports, the obstruction is not charted for navigation. Searches for structural remains or debris in this coastal area near Cap Cepet have yielded no definitive confirmation of the vessel's current state or visibility.

Surveying Details

BEACHED AT CAP CEPET. (LLOYDS VOL.205). NCA YET, POSN 430406N, 055654E FOR FILING ONLY NOT LISTED IN 1984 FRENCH WK RECORDS OR 1985 CORRECTIONS. 3.11.93 POSSIBLY SAME WK AS NO.35895. NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 19.7.01 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7093 [INT 3198] [2000 EDN]. SEP 2015/ 000220748 19.10.15 DW NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7407. [ED2 COR 18.08.15]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM MARSEILLES TO ALEXANDRIA, WITH MIXED CARGO INCLUDING CHEMICALS, PAPER & MOTOR CARS. CAUGHT FIRE IN NO. 1 HOLD. VESSEL WAS BEACHED OFF CAP CEPET OWING TO RISK OF EXPLOSION. VESSEL FINALLY SANK, AFTER BURNING FOR FIVE DAYS. (LLOYDS VOL.205).

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FAQ

Where is the ANNE BEWA wreck located?

The ANNE BEWA wreck is located at coordinates 43 4.04 N,5 56.84 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANNE BEWA?

The seabed around the ANNE BEWA lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the ANNE BEWA sink?

The ANNE BEWA sank on Aug 1, 1971.

When was the wreck of the ANNE BEWA discovered?

The wreck of the ANNE BEWA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the ANNE BEWA belong to?

The ANNE BEWA belonged to DK.

What cargo was the ANNE BEWA carrying?

The ANNE BEWA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ANNE BEWA?

The ANNE BEWA had a tonnage of 400 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANNE BEWA?

The ANNE BEWA is classified as a motor vessel.

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