Beignon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Beignon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 20 N,10 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.333333
  • Longitude: -10.500000
Water Depth 3700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEIGNON
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 130.1 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 5218
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck BEIGNON is located at the coordinates 47 20 N, 10 30 W, situated in the North Atlantic Ocean off the western coast of Ireland. Historical records for the BEIGNON indicate several reported sinking positions during World War II, with the most recent and reliable survey data establishing the location at 47 20 00 N, 10 30 00 W. This underwater obstruction, identified via WWII submarine success records, remains a significant maritime site. While earlier reports suggested coordinates of 48 24 00 N, 12 52 00 W and 46 59 00 N, 11 39 00 W, these were dismissed in favor of the current position. As a shipwreck in deep water, the site is recognized for its historical significance as a vessel lost during wartime operations.

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 482400N, 125200W. (D.S.). NO ACTION. H01001/40 18.11.40 H01001/40 18.11.40 SINKING POSN 465900N, 113900W. (O.U. 6353/40). NO ACTION. 10.7.87 10.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 472000N, 103000W APPROX. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1939 BY W DOXFORD & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NOLISEMENT SS CO. OIL ENGINE OF 516NHP. PASSAGE FREETOWN FOR THE TYNE. TORPEDEOD BY U-30. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the BEIGNON wreck located?

The BEIGNON wreck is located at coordinates 47 20 N,10 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BEIGNON?

The seabed around the BEIGNON lies at approximately 3700 meters deep.

When did the BEIGNON sink?

The BEIGNON sank on Jul 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BEIGNON discovered?

The wreck of the BEIGNON was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BEIGNON belong to?

The BEIGNON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BEIGNON?

The BEIGNON had a tonnage of 5218 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEIGNON?

The BEIGNON is classified as a motor vessel.

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