Royka Delmas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Royka delmas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 9.85 N,1 24.88 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.164167
  • Longitude: -1.414667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROYKA DELMAS
Type motor vessel
Cargo containers
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2007
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Aug 24, 2009

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Royka Delmas was located at coordinates 46 9.85 N, 1 24.88 W in the Bay of Biscay off the French coast. Initially marked by lights and a restricted navigation zone with submerged containers posing a danger to navigation, the wreck and its restricted area were officially deleted and removed from charts in February 2008.

Surveying Details

SEP 2007/000001548 15.1.07 LIES IN 4609.85N, 0124.88W [WGD]. MARKED BY 2 Q.Y LIGHTS PLACED AT ITS EDGES. RESTRICTED AREA RADIUS 50MTRS ABOUT WK. 2 MOORING BUOYS WITH LIGHTS CLOSE W. SUBMERGED CONTAINERS MAY POSE DANGER TO NAVIGATION. WIDE BERTH REQUESTED. (FRENCH NM 50/2T/06). PREVIOUSLY COVERED BY AVURNAV BREST 06-3509. WAIT CHART CORRECTING NM. - TNM 133/07. SEP 2007/000021256 21.3.07 ST IN 4609.85N, 0124.88W [WGD]. RESTRICTED AREA RADIUS 500MTRS, 'ENTRY PROHIBITED' CENTRED ON WK. (FRENCH NM 10/10/07). - NM 1830/07. SEP 2007/000031303 25.4.07 RADIUS OF RESTRICTED AREA INCREASED TO 1000MTRS. (FRENCH NM 13/21/07). - NM 2302/07. SEP 2008/000014144 12.2.08 WRECK AND RESTRICTED AREA DELETED. (FRENCH NM 3/33/08). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 1375/08.

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FAQ

Where is the ROYKA DELMAS wreck located?

The ROYKA DELMAS wreck is located at coordinates 46 9.85 N,1 24.88 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROYKA DELMAS?

The seabed around the ROYKA DELMAS lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ROYKA DELMAS discovered?

The wreck of the ROYKA DELMAS was discovered in 2007.

What cargo was the ROYKA DELMAS carrying?

The ROYKA DELMAS was carrying containers.

What type of wreck is the ROYKA DELMAS?

The ROYKA DELMAS is classified as a motor vessel.

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