Internos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Internos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 35.94 N,5 40.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.599000
  • Longitude: -5.668000
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INTERNOS
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 83.8 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1702
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 14, 1977
Bottom Texture Stone
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.10.93 VESSEL SANK 3M N OF GIJON. (LLOYDS VOL.227). NCA, POSN 433600N, 054000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 7, 2005

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1951 BY BURNTISLAND SHIPPING CO., LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CIA. NAV. FANIS, S.A. ON PASSAGE FROM ROCHESTER, KENT FOR CATANIA, SICILY. SANK AFTER LEAK IN NO.1 HOLD. CREW OF SIX RESCUED BY TUG 'PENAS'. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the INTERNOS wreck located?

The INTERNOS wreck is located at coordinates 43 35.94 N,5 40.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the INTERNOS?

The seabed around the INTERNOS lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When did the INTERNOS sink?

The INTERNOS sank on Feb 14, 1977.

When was the wreck of the INTERNOS discovered?

The wreck of the INTERNOS was discovered in 1977.

What country did the INTERNOS belong to?

The INTERNOS belonged to PA.

What cargo was the INTERNOS carrying?

The INTERNOS was carrying scrap metal.

What was the tonnage of the INTERNOS?

The INTERNOS had a tonnage of 1702 tons.

What type of wreck is the INTERNOS?

The INTERNOS is classified as a motor vessel.

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