Global Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Global Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		70 44 N,30 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 70.733333
  • Longitude: 30.000000
Water Depth 62 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLOBAL
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Length 39.6 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 257
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 15, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 22.3.73 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 2M NE OF MAKKAUR LT. (LLOYDS VOL.211 & 212) POSN 704400N, 300000E FOR FILING ONLY. 24.5.04 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN [REPRINT 01/04]. AMENDED TO NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. RETAIN AS LIVE UNCHARTED RECORD.
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 2021

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK 2M NE OF MAKKAUR LT HO, OFF FINNMARK COAST AFTER TAKING LIST IN HEAVY WEATHER WHEN CARGO OF 1500 HECTOLITRES OF CAPELIN SHIFTED. CREW OF 11 RESCUED BY ANOTHER FV. (LLOYDS VOL.211 & 212).

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FAQ

Where is the GLOBAL wreck located?

The GLOBAL wreck is located at coordinates 70 44 N,30 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLOBAL?

The seabed around the GLOBAL lies at approximately 62 meters deep.

When did the GLOBAL sink?

The GLOBAL sank on Mar 15, 1973.

When was the wreck of the GLOBAL discovered?

The wreck of the GLOBAL was discovered in 1973.

What country did the GLOBAL belong to?

The GLOBAL belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the GLOBAL?

The GLOBAL had a tonnage of 257 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLOBAL?

The GLOBAL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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