Vigla Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vigla Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 55 N,17 31 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.916667
  • Longitude: 17.516667
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIGLA
Type carrier
Flag HN
Tonnage 1153
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 3, 2005
Original Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.7.05 SANK IN 3555.0N, 1731.0E. (LL 4.2.05). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 8, 2005

Circumstances of loss

EX-WIND 1 '99, EX-UNITY 1 '98, EX-VIRGINIA '98, EX-CAROL S '86, EX-MINA 1 '84, EX-BILLY '79, EX-JANNE WEHR '74. BUILT IN 1968 BY SCHEEPSWERF HOOGEZAND NV, BERGUM. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY UNISTAR MARITIME SA, SAN LORENZO, HONDURAS. OIL ENGINE OF 1000 BHP. SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE TUNISIA. THREE MEN LOST. (LL & LR).

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FAQ

Where is the VIGLA wreck located?

The VIGLA wreck is located at coordinates 35 55 N,17 31 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIGLA?

The seabed around the VIGLA lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the VIGLA sink?

The VIGLA sank on Feb 3, 2005.

When was the wreck of the VIGLA discovered?

The wreck of the VIGLA was discovered in 2005.

What country did the VIGLA belong to?

The VIGLA belonged to HN.

What cargo was the VIGLA carrying?

The VIGLA was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the VIGLA?

The VIGLA had a tonnage of 1153 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIGLA?

The VIGLA is classified as a carrier.

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