Port King Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Port king Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 29.93 N,9 20.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.498833
  • Longitude: -9.334833
Water Depth 198 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PORT KING
Type stern trawler
Flag GB
Length 47.2 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 741
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH359/350/01 11.12.91 HH359/350/01 11.12.91 SANK APPROX 30M OFF CIES ISLANDS AT ENTRANCE TO VIGO BAY. (LL 3.12.91). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 22, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK IN ENGINE ROOM. PUMP COULD NOT COPE AND VESSEL SANK SOON AFTER BEING ABANDONED BY CREW. WAS ON PASSAGE FROM VIANA DO CASTELO TO GRAND SOL COMMUNITY FISHING GROUNDS. (LLOYDS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 29.93 N,9 20.09 W
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FAQ

Where is the PORT KING wreck located?

The PORT KING wreck is located at coordinates 42 29.93 N,9 20.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PORT KING?

The seabed around the PORT KING lies at approximately 198 meters deep.

When did the PORT KING sink?

The PORT KING sank on Nov 24, 1991.

When was the wreck of the PORT KING discovered?

The wreck of the PORT KING was discovered in 1991.

What country did the PORT KING belong to?

The PORT KING belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PORT KING?

The PORT KING had a tonnage of 741 tons.

What type of wreck is the PORT KING?

The PORT KING is classified as a stern trawler.

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