Dauka Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dauka Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 14.73 N,9 12.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.245500
  • Longitude: -9.201500
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAUKA
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Length 73.8 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1197
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 6, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2235/81 24.7.84 H2235/81 24.7.84 SANK IN 431448N, 091200W. (LL). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. 10.9.04 10.9.04 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 41B [3RD EDN MAY'04, 1:200,000]. AMENDED TO NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2024

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL BUILT 1976 BY ASTILLEROS DE MURUETA, S.A. GUERNICA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BOLBAO SHIPPING , S.A. SANK WITHIN 3 MINUTES AFTER COLLISION IN THICK FOG WITH POLISH MV HARMATTAN, N OF CAPE FINISTERRE. ON PASSAGE BREMEN TO ALGECIRAS. 10 OF 11 CREW LOST. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the DAUKA wreck located?

The DAUKA wreck is located at coordinates 43 14.73 N,9 12.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DAUKA?

The seabed around the DAUKA lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the DAUKA sink?

The DAUKA sank on Jul 6, 1984.

When was the wreck of the DAUKA discovered?

The wreck of the DAUKA was discovered in 1984.

What country did the DAUKA belong to?

The DAUKA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the DAUKA carrying?

The DAUKA was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the DAUKA?

The DAUKA had a tonnage of 1197 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAUKA?

The DAUKA is classified as a motor vessel.

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