Boyky Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Boyky Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		68 52.63 N,14 52.82 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 68.877167
  • Longitude: 14.880333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOYKY
Type destroyer
Length 139 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 3700
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 11, 1988
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 25, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

Shipwreck Details: BOYKY. This underwater obstruction is located at coordinates 68 52.63 N, 14 52.82 E near the Vesteralen archipelago and Skogsoya, Oksnes, Norway. The vessel BOYKY ran aground in this coastal area, resulting in significant structural damage. Historical survey reports indicate the wreck lies in a stable position, listing approximately 90 degrees to port on a rocky beach environment. The wreck is characterized by visible damage to its superstructure. Please note that historical records suggest the site position may have been subject to adjustment during initial surveying. This maritime obstacle is officially documented by the UK Hydrographic Office.

Surveying Details

H2969/88 14.12.88 AGROUND AT VESTERALEN NEAR MYRE IN 684200N, 134300E. (LL, 18.11.88 & 2.12.88) POSN MUST BE IN ERROR, MORE LIKELY TO BE 684200N, 141700E. NCA. HH308/350/01 4.4.89 LIES IN STABLE CONDITION LISTING 85DEG TO PORT AND WITH SOME DAMAGE TO SUPERSTRUCTURE. NEGOTIATIONS FOR REMOVAL OF WK NOW PROCEEDING. (LL, 16.3.89). HH308/350/01 7.7.89 NOW LISTS APPROX 90 DEG. LIES ON ROCKY BEACH OUTSIDE SKOGSOYA, OKSNES. WILL BE REMOVED BY NORWEGIAN AUTHORITIES IF NOT MOVED BY OWNERS BY 15.8.89. (LL, 27.6.89) POSN NOW 685400N, 145000E APPROX, FOR FILING ONLY. HH308/350/01 10.4.90 SITUATION UNCHANGED EXCEPT WK SOLD FOR US

Circumstances of loss

18.11.88 GROUNDED WHILE UNDER TOW OF SALVAGE TUG KAPITAN AFANASYEV FROM RUSSIA TO FERROL, SPAIN, FOR BREAKING. (LL, 18.11.88)

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FAQ

Where is the BOYKY wreck located?

The BOYKY wreck is located at coordinates 68 52.63 N,14 52.82 E.

When did the BOYKY sink?

The BOYKY sank on Nov 11, 1988.

When was the wreck of the BOYKY discovered?

The wreck of the BOYKY was discovered in 1988.

What was the tonnage of the BOYKY?

The BOYKY had a tonnage of 3700 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOYKY?

The BOYKY is classified as a destroyer.

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