Malvina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Malvina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 9.513 N,0 2.605 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.158550
  • Longitude: -0.043417
Wreck Depth 28 m
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALVINA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 77.4 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1244
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 2, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Last Amended Date May 25, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Malvina is located off the coast of Flamborough Head in the United Kingdom at coordinates 54 9.513 N, 0 2.605 W. Historical survey records show the wreck position was updated over time with various approximate locations near Flamborough Head before being marked as non-dangerous or not located during multibeam sonar searches.

Surveying Details

3.8.18 POSN APPROX 3 MILES NE OF FLAMBOROUGH HEAD. (VAEC REPORT). 7.8.18 POSN 3-4 MILES NNE FROM FLAMBOROUGH HEAD. (BOT WR 8/97). 10.4.24 AMEND TO DW. BR STD. H6391/19 POSN 1 MILE NNE FROM FLAMBOROUGH HEAD. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H3752/26 AMEND TO NDWPA. BR STD. H1310/87/15 20.5.87 LOCATED IN 540806N, 000442W - WHICH SEE. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. SEP 2016/00007250 25.5.16 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (EGS PIONEER, HI1472). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. CAPTAIN AND 13 CREW KILLED.

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FAQ

Where is the MALVINA wreck located?

The MALVINA wreck is located at coordinates 54 9.513 N,0 2.605 W.

How deep is the MALVINA and where exactly is it located?

The MALVINA lies at a depth of about 28 meters and is located at coordinates 54 9.513 N,0 2.605 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MALVINA?

The seabed around the MALVINA lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When did the MALVINA sink?

The MALVINA sank on Aug 2, 1918.

When was the wreck of the MALVINA discovered?

The wreck of the MALVINA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the MALVINA belong to?

The MALVINA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MALVINA carrying?

The MALVINA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MALVINA?

The MALVINA had a tonnage of 1244 tons.

What type of wreck is the MALVINA?

The MALVINA is classified as a steam ship.

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