Nueva Luz Del Cartabrico Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nueva luz del cartabrico Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 13.93 N,2 40.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.232167
  • Longitude: -2.668000
Water Depth 1150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO
Type trawler
Flag ES
Tonnage 202
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 13, 1999
Original Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the vessel NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO is located in the Bay of Biscay at coordinates 44 13.93 N, 2 40.08 W. This shipwreck site lies at a significant depth of approximately 1100 meters, which is classified by the UK Hydrographic Office as too deep for standard nautical charting. Officially recorded as having sunk on April 16, 1999, this underwater obstruction remains a notable maritime point of interest. Due to the extreme depth of the Bay of Biscay at this location, the structural integrity of the wreck is currently not charted for navigation.

Surveying Details

16.4.99 16.4.99 SANK IN 4414.00N, 0240.00W [EUR]. (LL 15.4.99). PLOTS IN 1100MTRS. NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER FLOODING. CREW OF 12 RESCUED. VESSEL BUILT IN 1968.

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FAQ

Where is the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO wreck located?

The NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO wreck is located at coordinates 44 13.93 N,2 40.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO?

The seabed around the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO lies at approximately 1150 meters deep.

When did the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO sink?

The NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO sank on Apr 13, 1999.

When was the wreck of the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO discovered?

The wreck of the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO was discovered in 1999.

What country did the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO belong to?

The NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO?

The NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO had a tonnage of 202 tons.

What type of wreck is the NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO?

The NUEVA LUZ DEL CARTABRICO is classified as a trawler.

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