Ore Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ore Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
32 40 N,9 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.666667
  • Longitude: -9.500000
Water Depth 82 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORE
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Length 78.6 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 998
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 7, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4718/80 22.10.86 SANK OFF OUALIDIA, MOROCCO. (LL 26.9.86). NCA. SEP 2016/000174654 10.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7551. [ED2, COR TO 1.1.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH PANAMANIAN MV NEPTUNIA. PASSAGE LA NOUVELLE FOR NOUAKCHOTT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ORE wreck located?

The ORE wreck is located at coordinates 32 40 N,9 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORE?

The seabed around the ORE lies at approximately 82 meters deep.

When did the ORE sink?

The ORE sank on Sep 7, 1986.

When was the wreck of the ORE discovered?

The wreck of the ORE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the ORE belong to?

The ORE belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the ORE?

The ORE had a tonnage of 998 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORE?

The ORE is classified as a motor vessel.