Moler Venture Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Moler venture Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 50 N,6 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.833333
  • Longitude: -6.750000
Water Depth 4800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOLER VENTURE
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 57.6 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 597
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH175/350/01 25.10.90 INITIAL REPORT GAVE POSN AS 451500N, 063800W. CREW WERE PICKED UP FROM LIFEBOAT OVER 5 HOURS LATER IN 444700N, 064600W. (LL 25.10.90). IN ABOUT 4800MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING IN WATER IN ENGINE ROOM. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the MOLER VENTURE wreck located?

The MOLER VENTURE wreck is located at coordinates 44 50 N,6 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOLER VENTURE?

The seabed around the MOLER VENTURE lies at approximately 4800 meters deep.

When did the MOLER VENTURE sink?

The MOLER VENTURE sank on Oct 23, 1990.

When was the wreck of the MOLER VENTURE discovered?

The wreck of the MOLER VENTURE was discovered in 1990.

What country did the MOLER VENTURE belong to?

The MOLER VENTURE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MOLER VENTURE?

The MOLER VENTURE had a tonnage of 597 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOLER VENTURE?

The MOLER VENTURE is classified as a motor vessel.

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