Le Parain Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Le parain Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 16.974 N,8 1.054 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.282900
  • Longitude: -8.017567
Water Depth 125 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LE PARAIN
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 38 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 2002
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.2.02 LAST REPORTED POSN 5812.99N, 0804.9W [OGB]. (LL 11.2.02). HH272/710/02 19.2.02 HH272/710/02 19.2.02 NOT LOCATED AFTER THOROUGH SEARCH. BELIEVED SUNK. LAST KNOWN POSN 5817.0N, 0801.0W. (MRSC STOROWAY, FAX DTD 9.2.02). POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BROKE TOW FROM MFV BRIUX. DISAPPEARED FROM RADAR AND PRESUMED SUNK.

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FAQ

Where is the LE PARAIN wreck located?

The LE PARAIN wreck is located at coordinates 58 16.974 N,8 1.054 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LE PARAIN?

The seabed around the LE PARAIN lies at approximately 125 meters deep.

When did the LE PARAIN sink?

The LE PARAIN sank on Feb 7, 2002.

When was the wreck of the LE PARAIN discovered?

The wreck of the LE PARAIN was discovered in 2002.

What country did the LE PARAIN belong to?

The LE PARAIN belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the LE PARAIN?

The LE PARAIN is classified as a fishing vessel.