Canginian Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Canginian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 34.992 N,2 22.094 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.583200
  • Longitude: -2.368233
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CANGINIAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 68.6 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.4
Tonnage 1143
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 17, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.2.75 SEEN TO FOUNDER IN PA 563500N, 022200W BY SS STRONGWALD. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.17). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. HH091/152/01 17.6.08 SEP 2008/000068447 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1152). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1900 BY MACKIE & THOMSON, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CANINGAN SS CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 122NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE METHIL FOR SCAPA FLOW. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the CANGINIAN wreck located?

The CANGINIAN wreck is located at coordinates 56 34.992 N,2 22.094 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CANGINIAN?

The seabed around the CANGINIAN lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the CANGINIAN sink?

The CANGINIAN sank on Nov 17, 1916.

When was the wreck of the CANGINIAN discovered?

The wreck of the CANGINIAN was discovered in 1916.

What country did the CANGINIAN belong to?

The CANGINIAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CANGINIAN carrying?

The CANGINIAN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CANGINIAN?

The CANGINIAN had a tonnage of 1143 tons.

What type of wreck is the CANGINIAN?

The CANGINIAN is classified as a steam ship.

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