Charm Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Charm Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 19.2 N,15 29.667 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.320000
  • Longitude: -15.494450
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHARM
Type carrier
Flag DK
Length 94.5 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1599
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck CHARM is a documented underwater obstruction located in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. The vessel lies at the coordinates 44 19.2 N, 15 29.667 W. Historical records indicate the ship sank on November 25, 1992, and was officially logged by the UK Hydrographic Office on December 9, 1992. This submerged wreck remains in the specified North Atlantic position and is categorized as a navigation hazard for mariners.

Surveying Details

HH111/400/02 9.12.92 HH111/400/02 9.12.92 SANK IN 441912N, 152940W. (LL 25.11.92). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1984 SVENDBORG SKIBVAERFT A/S, SVENDBORG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY P/R TIKI. PASSAGE CAEN FOR JACKSONVILLE. SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER. 4 RECOVERED, THREE RECOVERED DEADN AND FIVE MISSING. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHARM wreck located?

The CHARM wreck is located at coordinates 44 19.2 N,15 29.667 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHARM?

The seabed around the CHARM lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the CHARM sink?

The CHARM sank on Nov 24, 1992.

When was the wreck of the CHARM discovered?

The wreck of the CHARM was discovered in 1992.

What country did the CHARM belong to?

The CHARM belonged to DK.

What cargo was the CHARM carrying?

The CHARM was carrying general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the CHARM?

The CHARM had a tonnage of 1599 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHARM?

The CHARM is classified as a carrier.

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