Avemar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Avemar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 52 N,8 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.866667
  • Longitude: -8.750000
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AVEMAR
Type drifter
Flag PT
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 28, 1980
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.9.80 1.9.80 VESSEL SANK OFF OVAR. (LL 2.9.80). NCA, POSN 405200N, 084500W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2001

Circumstances of loss

2.9.80 VESSEL SANK DUE TO INTAKE OF WATER AFTER ENTANGLING NET IN PROPELLER WHILE FISHING OFF OVAR, PORTUGAL. CREW RESCUED. (LL 2.9.80).

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FAQ

Where is the AVEMAR wreck located?

The AVEMAR wreck is located at coordinates 40 52 N,8 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AVEMAR?

The seabed around the AVEMAR lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the AVEMAR sink?

The AVEMAR sank on Aug 28, 1980.

When was the wreck of the AVEMAR discovered?

The wreck of the AVEMAR was discovered in 1980.

What country did the AVEMAR belong to?

The AVEMAR belonged to PT.

What type of wreck is the AVEMAR?

The AVEMAR is classified as a drifter.

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