Golf Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Golf star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 51.012 N,6 40.945 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.850200
  • Longitude: -6.682417
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLF STAR
Type carrier
Flag AG
Length 80.5 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1990
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone,sawdust/wood chips
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 20, 1995
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH272/760/02 13.11.95 WENT AGROUND IN 575102N, 064053W. (LL 21.10.95). NCA. HH272/760/02 13.11.95 NOW ABANDONED AND STARTING TO BREAK UP. (LL 8.11.95). INS AS ST. - NM 3984/95. RSDRA2022000034693 2.9.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1589). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2022

Circumstances of loss

WENT AGROUND, WAS ABANDONED AND BROKE UP. FUEL POLLUTED FISH FARMS. PASSAGE ARKLOW FOR ROSTOCK. CREW OF EIGHT RECOVERED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 51.012 N,6 40.945 W
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FAQ

Where is the GOLF STAR wreck located?

The GOLF STAR wreck is located at coordinates 57 51.012 N,6 40.945 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLF STAR?

The seabed around the GOLF STAR lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the GOLF STAR sink?

The GOLF STAR sank on Oct 20, 1995.

When was the wreck of the GOLF STAR discovered?

The wreck of the GOLF STAR was discovered in 1995.

What country did the GOLF STAR belong to?

The GOLF STAR belonged to AG.

What cargo was the GOLF STAR carrying?

The GOLF STAR was carrying stone,sawdust/wood chips.

What was the tonnage of the GOLF STAR?

The GOLF STAR had a tonnage of 1990 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOLF STAR?

The GOLF STAR is classified as a carrier.