Oranjepolder Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Oranjepolder Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 20.92 N,3 19.07 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.348667
  • Longitude: -3.317833
Water Depth 890 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORANJEPOLDER
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Length 70.7 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 8, 1966
Original Detection Year 1966
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ORANJEPOLDER is located at coordinates 36 20.92 N, 3 19.07 W in the Alboran Sea, situated in the western Mediterranean off the coast of Algeria. Initially reported at a sinking position of 36 21.00 N, 03 19.00 W at a depth of 400 fathoms, the wreck site is recorded in UK Hydrographic Office surveys. This underwater obstruction represents a maritime hazard characterized by its structural state at significant depth. Historical data from Lloyds dating to February 1966 confirms the incident details for this vessel. The site remains documented for navigational safety and maritime historical purposes.

Surveying Details

H4802/58 27.3.69 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 362100N, 031900W, IN GEN DEPTH 400FMS. (LLOYDS FEB 1966). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1954 BY SCHPS. WATERHUIZEN J PATTJE, WATERHUIZEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY N.V. STOOMV. MAATS. WESTPOLDER. ON PASSAGE FROM GANDIA, E SPAINTO BREMEN. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH FRENCH MV 'YANG TSE' OFF MALAGA. 9 CREW SAFE, 1 LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ORANJEPOLDER wreck located?

The ORANJEPOLDER wreck is located at coordinates 36 20.92 N,3 19.07 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORANJEPOLDER?

The seabed around the ORANJEPOLDER lies at approximately 890 meters deep.

When did the ORANJEPOLDER sink?

The ORANJEPOLDER sank on Feb 8, 1966.

When was the wreck of the ORANJEPOLDER discovered?

The wreck of the ORANJEPOLDER was discovered in 1966.

What country did the ORANJEPOLDER belong to?

The ORANJEPOLDER belonged to NL.

What cargo was the ORANJEPOLDER carrying?

The ORANJEPOLDER was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the ORANJEPOLDER?

The ORANJEPOLDER had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORANJEPOLDER?

The ORANJEPOLDER is classified as a motor vessel.

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