Transfer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Transfer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 24.133 N,87 27.617 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.402217
  • Longitude: -87.460283
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always dry
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRANSFER
Type carrier
Flag AG
Draught 4.2
Sonar Length 76
Sonar Width 18
Orientation 160
Tonnage 1919
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 2005
Original Detection Year 2006
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source local port authority
Last Amended Date May 20, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck TRANSFER is located off the coast of Belize in the Caribbean Sea at coordinates 17 24.133 N, 87 27.617 W. This permanent wreck is identified as a steel vessel that ran hard aground in 2006. Updated survey data confirms the remains of the TRANSFER are permanently dry and visible above the water line. The structure of the shipwreck measures 76 meters in length and 18 meters in width, with an orientation of 160 degrees. Based on naval hydrographic reports, this obstruction is classified as a stranded wreck that remains permanently dry at the specified position.

Surveying Details

HH642/415/03 1.11.06 RAN HARD AGROUND IN 1724.16N, 8727.55W [WGD]. REMAINS AGROUND, SALVAGE OPERATION NOT ANTICIPATED TO COMMENCE AT THIS TIME. (MAJOR R G SWASO, OPS MANAGER, BELIZE PORT AUTHORITY, FAX DTD 30.10.06). CURRENT STATUS TO BE CONFIRMED. - NM 184(P)/07 ISSUED. SEP 2016/000276732 20.5.17 ST WK REP IN 1724.13N, 8727.62W [WGD]. FROM LIDAR IMAGE WK PERMANENTLY DRY. LENGTH 76MTRS, WIDTH 18M, ORIENTATION 160 DEGS. (NAVAL OCEANOGRAPHIC OFFICE). AMEND TO ST WK ALWAYS DRY.

Circumstances of loss

EX-SAMANTHA '97, EX-PHOENIX CARIB '89, EX-RASCO TRADER '88, EX-FAST TRADER '87, EX-SCAN VENTURE '83, EX-BISCAYNE SEA '82, EX-KERRY '78. BUILT IN 1972 BY ASTILLEROS LUZURIGADA SA, PASAJES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ARIANE SHIPPING CORP LTD, ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA & BARBUDA. RAN HARD AGROUND. (LR & BELIZE PORT AUTHORITY).

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FAQ

Where is the TRANSFER wreck located?

The TRANSFER wreck is located at coordinates 17 24.133 N,87 27.617 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TRANSFER?

The seabed around the TRANSFER lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the TRANSFER sink?

The TRANSFER sank on Jan 6, 2005.

When was the wreck of the TRANSFER discovered?

The wreck of the TRANSFER was discovered in 2006.

What country did the TRANSFER belong to?

The TRANSFER belonged to AG.

What was the tonnage of the TRANSFER?

The TRANSFER had a tonnage of 1919 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRANSFER?

The TRANSFER is classified as a carrier.

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