Baitin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Baitin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 46 N,9 8.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.766667
  • Longitude: -9.141667
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BAITIN
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Length 67.7 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1454
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 17, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH359/350/01 11.1.90 HH359/350/01 11.1.90 SANK 1M OFF PUNTA INSUA, NEAR CARNOTA. COMPLETELY UNDERWATER. CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS AND WILL NOT BE SALVAGED. (LL, 20.12.89 & 4.1.90). NCA YET, POSN 424600N, 090830W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2024

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1975 BY ASTILLEROS DEL ATLANTICO SA, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BILBAO SHIPPING SA. RAN AGROUND IN HEAVY SEAS WHEN CARGO SHIFTED, SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK 1M OFF PUNTA INSUA, NEAR MUROS. VESSEL WAS ON PASSAGE TO CORUNNA. 4 OF 10 CREW LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the BAITIN wreck located?

The BAITIN wreck is located at coordinates 42 46 N,9 8.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BAITIN?

The seabed around the BAITIN lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the BAITIN sink?

The BAITIN sank on Dec 17, 1989.

When was the wreck of the BAITIN discovered?

The wreck of the BAITIN was discovered in 1989.

What country did the BAITIN belong to?

The BAITIN belonged to ES.

What cargo was the BAITIN carrying?

The BAITIN was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the BAITIN?

The BAITIN had a tonnage of 1454 tons.

What type of wreck is the BAITIN?

The BAITIN is classified as a motor vessel.

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