Empire Lotus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire lotus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
44 5.25 N,62 7 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.087500
  • Longitude: -62.116667
Water Depth 95 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE LOTUS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 105.5 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 3683
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 12, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 440600N, 620700W. (LLOYDS). H558/59 25.7.68 H558/59 25.7.68 NDW SHOWN IN 440515N, 620700W ON CANADIAN 4013. NE 729. 18.11.87 18.11.87 STILL SHOWN AS NDW ON CANADIAN 4013 [APR'80 EDN].
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 1987

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PASSAGE NEW YORK FOR BELFAST. (LLOYDS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 44 5.25 N,62 7 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE LOTUS wreck located?

The EMPIRE LOTUS wreck is located at coordinates 44 5.25 N,62 7 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE LOTUS?

The seabed around the EMPIRE LOTUS lies at approximately 95 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE LOTUS sink?

The EMPIRE LOTUS sank on Apr 12, 1942.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE LOTUS discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE LOTUS was discovered in 1942.

What country did the EMPIRE LOTUS belong to?

The EMPIRE LOTUS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE LOTUS?

The EMPIRE LOTUS had a tonnage of 3683 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE LOTUS?

The EMPIRE LOTUS is classified as a steam ship.