A submarine has been found sailing in the port of Sóller.
It would be a vessel of the Madeira Ocean Observatory used for scientific, hydrographic, underwater inspections and underwater infrastructure missions.
PalmSurprise and concern among residents and visitors of the port of Sóller. On Monday afternoon, a submarine was seen sailing just a few meters from the coast, setting off alarm bells and curiosity. According to the image published by the Sóller Weekly, the submarine passed just a few meters from the boats anchored in the sea.
The local media outlet claims that it is a vessel belonging to the Madeira Oceanic Observatory, used primarily for hydrographic studies and maritime monitoring. According to the report, it is an unmanned submarine, specifically the DriX O-16 model. It is equipped for long-duration operations and has an engine that guarantees a range of approximately 3,500 nautical miles. The submarine is designed for scientific and hydrographic missions, underwater inspections, and underwater infrastructure surveys.
