Authorities have recovered 37 gold coins, valued at over $1 million, stolen from 18th-century Spanish shipwrecks off Florida’s coast. The coins, part of a larger hoard initially discovered in 2015, were illegally withheld by salvage operators who were contracted to investigate the wrecks. The investigation involved the FWC and FBI, revealing a scheme to plant coins and sell others on the black market.
Over a century after its sinking, the Endurance, Sir Ernest Shackleton’s doomed Antarctic expedition ship, has been brought back to life through stunning 3D scans and underwater photographs. The images reveal intricate details of the ship’s final resting place, offering a glimpse into the harrowing events of 1915.
A Royal New Zealand Navy vessel, Manawanui, ran aground and sank off the coast of Samoa on Sunday. All 75 crew and passengers were rescued, but an oil spill is highly probable, prompting environmental concerns. The incident is under investigation.
A migrant boat capsized off the Spanish island of El Hierro, leaving 48 missing and nine confirmed dead, including a child. The incident marks one of the deadliest in recent history, highlighting the perilous journey migrants undertake to reach Europe. Rescuers are searching for the missing while authorities investigate the cause of the tragedy.
Shipwreck hunters have discovered the wreck of the British warship HMS Hawke, sunk by a German U-boat in the North Sea in 1914. The discovery provides valuable insights into the early days of submarine warfare and the impact of this new technology on the course of World War I.
A migrant boat carrying Ethiopian and Yemeni nationals capsized off the coast of Yemen, resulting in the deaths of 13 people and leaving 14 missing. The incident highlights the dangers faced by migrants attempting to reach the Gulf region through the perilous Red Sea route.
An exhibition in Macao delves into the history of the Maritime Silk Road through the discovery of the Nanhai I shipwreck, a Southern Song dynasty merchant vessel, and its remarkable collection of artifacts. The exhibition features 255 items, including ceramics, jewelry, and other treasures, highlighting the trade routes and cultural exchange of the era.
After 55 years of mystery, the shipwreck of the MV Noongah, which sank off the coast of New South Wales in 1969, has been located. The discovery brings closure to families of the 21 crew members lost in the tragedy.
After being discovered in 2015 and remaining underwater due to ownership disputes, the San José galleon, a Spanish treasure ship sunk in 1708, is finally being recovered by Colombian officials. Estimated to hold €18 billion in treasure, the galleon’s ownership has been contested by Spain, the US salvage company Sea Search Armada, and Bolivian Indigenous communities. Now, a $4.5 million recovery process has begun, starting with a characterization phase to inventory the archaeological material on the seabed.
Divers have unearthed over 900 artifacts from two shipwrecks dating back to the Ming Dynasty, discovered in the South Sea. The well-preserved wrecks, located near the coast of Sanya, China, yielded porcelain, pottery, copper coins, and other items, offering insights into maritime trade during the era.
