Andrias Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Andrias Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 22.479 N,3 5.997 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.374650
  • Longitude: -3.099950
Wreck Depth 26.32 m
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANDRIAS
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Sonar Length 6
Sonar Width 2.6
Shadow Height 0.7
Orientation 287
Tonnage 23
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 21, 1981
Bottom Texture 9/4
Debris Field Small object located 16.75m from the main wreckage, Length 16.75m, Direction NE(towards)
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3057/81 2.6.81 RAN AGROUND & SANK IN 582230N, 030615W [OGB]. (LL, 22.5.81). H3057/81 2.6.81 DIVERS CONFIRM POSN AS 582230N, 030615W [OGB]. ON ITS SIDE IN 30MTRS. NETS FLOATING 6MTRS BELOW SURFACE. CONTAINED 400 GALLS DIESEL. NOT LEAKING. (AUTHORITY NOT NOTED). INS AS DW IN 582230N, 030554W [OGB]. POSN ADJUSTED TO CLEAR ROCKS. BR STD. RSDRA2022000131756 21.12.22 EXAM'D 18.11.21; IN 5822.479N, 0305.997W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 26.32MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 27MTRS. LENGTH 6.0MTRS, WIDTH 2.6MTRS, HT 0.7MTRS. ORIENTATION 107/287 DEGS. MINOR PEAK AND DEBRIS SUGGESTING WRECK IS NOT INTACT AND MUCH OF THE WRECK IS UNDER THE SEABED. (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI1710 - H525-1113). AMEND TO DIST REMAINS OF WK 26MTRS IN REVISED POSITION.
Last Amended Date Jan 25, 2023

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND & SANK. CREW SAFE.

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FAQ

Where is the ANDRIAS wreck located?

The ANDRIAS wreck is located at coordinates 58 22.479 N,3 5.997 W.

How deep is the ANDRIAS and where exactly is it located?

The ANDRIAS lies at a depth of about 26.32 meters and is located at coordinates 58 22.479 N,3 5.997 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANDRIAS?

The seabed around the ANDRIAS lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the ANDRIAS sink?

The ANDRIAS sank on May 21, 1981.

When was the wreck of the ANDRIAS discovered?

The wreck of the ANDRIAS was discovered in 1981.

What country did the ANDRIAS belong to?

The ANDRIAS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ANDRIAS?

The ANDRIAS had a tonnage of 23 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANDRIAS?

The ANDRIAS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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