Rui Alberto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rui alberto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
32 30 N,9 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.500000
  • Longitude: -9.333333
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUI ALBERTO
Type motor vessel
Flag PT
Tonnage 474
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1954
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6782/54 31.3.55 WK IN 323000N, 092000W. (LL, 8.10.54). POSN TOO VAGUE. NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 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

8.10.54 STRANDED & SANK IN THE FOG BETWEEN MOGADOR & SAFFI. CREW WERE SAVED. (LL, 8.10.54).

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FAQ

Where is the RUI ALBERTO wreck located?

The RUI ALBERTO wreck is located at coordinates 32 30 N,9 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUI ALBERTO?

The seabed around the RUI ALBERTO lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the RUI ALBERTO sink?

The RUI ALBERTO sank on Oct 8, 1954.

When was the wreck of the RUI ALBERTO discovered?

The wreck of the RUI ALBERTO was discovered in 1955.

What country did the RUI ALBERTO belong to?

The RUI ALBERTO belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the RUI ALBERTO?

The RUI ALBERTO had a tonnage of 474 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUI ALBERTO?

The RUI ALBERTO is classified as a motor vessel.