Polanco Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Polanco Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 46.13 N,7 7.59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.768833
  • Longitude: -7.126500
Wreck Depth 105 m
Water Depth 134 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POLANCO
Type carrier
Flag PT
Length 60 m
Width 11.7 m
Draught 4.1
Tonnage 1145
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone,minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 23, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH359/520/03 3.10.00 HH359/520/03 3.10.00 SANK IN 4346.2N, 0707.5W. [EUR]. (LL 25.9.00). INS AS WK 105MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2025

Circumstances of loss

LISTED AND SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE. PASSAGE VIVERO FOR SANTANDER. CARGO SHINGLE QUARTZ. CREW OF SIX RESCUED.

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FAQ

Where is the POLANCO wreck located?

The POLANCO wreck is located at coordinates 43 46.13 N,7 7.59 W.

How deep is the POLANCO and where exactly is it located?

The POLANCO lies at a depth of about 105 meters and is located at coordinates 43 46.13 N,7 7.59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the POLANCO?

The seabed around the POLANCO lies at approximately 134 meters deep.

When did the POLANCO sink?

The POLANCO sank on Sep 23, 2000.

When was the wreck of the POLANCO discovered?

The wreck of the POLANCO was discovered in 2000.

What country did the POLANCO belong to?

The POLANCO belonged to PT.

What cargo was the POLANCO carrying?

The POLANCO was carrying stone,minerals.

What was the tonnage of the POLANCO?

The POLANCO had a tonnage of 1145 tons.

What type of wreck is the POLANCO?

The POLANCO is classified as a carrier.