Milhafre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Milhafre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 13 N,18 3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.216667
  • Longitude: -18.050000
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MILHAFRE
Cargo general and mixed goods,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 22, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1272/82 1.6.83 LAST KNOWN POSN 381300N, 180300W. (LLOYDS VOL.252). NCA, PLOTS IN 2000 FMS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1978 BY SCHIFFSWERFT HEINRICH BRAND G.M.B.H. & CO., K.G., OLDENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOHANN HEEREN. ON PASSAGE FROM LISBON TO THE AZORES. SANK AFTER HER CARGO SHIFTED IN HURRICANE-FORCE WINDS. SIX RESCUED, TWO DIED. (LLOYDS VOL.252 & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MILHAFRE wreck located?

The MILHAFRE wreck is located at coordinates 38 13 N,18 3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MILHAFRE?

The seabed around the MILHAFRE lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the MILHAFRE sink?

The MILHAFRE sank on Apr 22, 1983.

When was the wreck of the MILHAFRE discovered?

The wreck of the MILHAFRE was discovered in 1983.

What cargo was the MILHAFRE carrying?

The MILHAFRE was carrying general and mixed goods,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

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