Kingston Turquoise Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kingston turquoise Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 13.389 N,3 34.842 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.223150
  • Longitude: -3.580700
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KINGSTON TURQUOISE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 57.6 m
Width 9.8 m
Sonar Length 246
Sonar Width 57.4
Shadow Height 9.7
Tonnage 811
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 25, 1965
Original Detection Year 1965
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H583/65 4.2.65 H583/65 4.2.65 SANK AFTER GROUNDING ON NORTH SHOAL. (LL, & B OF T INQUIRY). POSN 591325N, 033445W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/072/01 2.5.06 HH091/072/01 2.5.06 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1072). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 2, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1955 BY COOK, WELTON & GEMMEL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KINGSTON STEAM TRAWLING CO. PASSAGE ICELANDIC FISHING GROUNDS FOR HULL. SANK AFTER GROUNDING ON NORTH SHOAL. LOSS OF TRAWLER BLAMED ON FAULTY & THOUGHTLESS NAVIGATION BY SKIPPER. ONE MAN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the KINGSTON TURQUOISE wreck located?

The KINGSTON TURQUOISE wreck is located at coordinates 59 13.389 N,3 34.842 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KINGSTON TURQUOISE?

The seabed around the KINGSTON TURQUOISE lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the KINGSTON TURQUOISE sink?

The KINGSTON TURQUOISE sank on Jan 25, 1965.

When was the wreck of the KINGSTON TURQUOISE discovered?

The wreck of the KINGSTON TURQUOISE was discovered in 1965.

What country did the KINGSTON TURQUOISE belong to?

The KINGSTON TURQUOISE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KINGSTON TURQUOISE?

The KINGSTON TURQUOISE had a tonnage of 811 tons.

What type of wreck is the KINGSTON TURQUOISE?

The KINGSTON TURQUOISE is classified as a trawler.

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