Guiseppe Castano Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Guiseppe castano Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 28 N,12 56 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.466667
  • Longitude: 12.933333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name GUISEPPE CASTANO
Type fishing vessel
Flag IT
Length 23.4 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 2009
Original Detection Year 2009
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.6.09 SANK IN 3528.0N, 1256.0E. (LL 1.6.09). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 22, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW TO LAMPEDUSA. PUMPS HAD BEEN PLACED ON THE VESSEL BY A PATROL SHIP AND AN ITALIAN WARSHIP. PUMPS FAILED AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL AND NO MORE COULD BE PROVIDED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS. ALL CREW RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the GUISEPPE CASTANO wreck located?

The GUISEPPE CASTANO wreck is located at coordinates 35 28 N,12 56 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GUISEPPE CASTANO?

The seabed around the GUISEPPE CASTANO lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the GUISEPPE CASTANO sink?

The GUISEPPE CASTANO sank on May 28, 2009.

When was the wreck of the GUISEPPE CASTANO discovered?

The wreck of the GUISEPPE CASTANO was discovered in 2009.

What country did the GUISEPPE CASTANO belong to?

The GUISEPPE CASTANO belonged to IT.

What type of wreck is the GUISEPPE CASTANO?

The GUISEPPE CASTANO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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