Ande

The ANDE Wreck, launched in 1967 at the Japanese shipyard of Uwajima Zosensho, has a rich history marked by ownership changes and dramatic events. Initially, it sailed under various names, each reflecting a different chapter in its maritime journey. In 1970, the Caribbean Cement Company acquired the vessel, and it became known as the Carib Carrier. Over the years, the ship’s purpose evolved. By 1988, the Jed Carrier (as it was then called) worked for Lewis Stripping, transporting lumber to various Caribbean ports. However, court records reveal that the Jed Carrier found itself entangled in legal battles with insurance and lumber companies. In 1995, Palm Beach County stepped in and purchased the ship, renaming it the Ina Carrier. But fate had more in store for this vessel. On November 24, 1996, an explosive ordinance team strategically placed 24 six-pound plastic explosive charges within the hull of the freighter. An additional 16 cans of gasoline were distributed along the bow, deck, and wheelhouse, creating a pyrotechnic display for the media and onlooking boaters. Seconds after the detonation, the stern steadily settled underwater, eventually righting itself at a depth of 190 feet. The ANDE Wreck originally came to rest completely upright and intact just north of Lake Worth Inlet off Singer Island, its bow facing east. Divers exploring this underwater marvel encountered not only a sunken vessel but also a piece of maritime history. However, nature had more changes in store. Following several hurricanes in 2004-2005, the ANDE Wreck suffered a dramatic transformation. The ship split in half—the forward section remained upright, while the stern now lists almost 90 degrees on her port side. Today, divers continue to explore this captivating site, where history and the ocean converge in a mesmerizing underwater adventure. Name Evolution: Initially named Takasago Mam No. 5 (1967). Later known as Carib Carrier (1970). Renamed New Providence (1972). In 1988, it became Jed Carrier. Finally, it was christened Ina Carrier (1995) before earning its current name, the ANDE Wreck.