Morion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Morion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 30.677 N,5 24.58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.511283
  • Longitude: -5.409667
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORION
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 299
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 2, 1917
Bottom Texture Shells
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.3.71 4.3.71 SUNK ABOUT 2M OFF BALLYHALBERT, CO. DOWN. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). POSN 543040N, 042430W FOR FILING ONLY. 23.9.13 23.9.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1377). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 23, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1904 BY J SHEARER & SON LTD, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WILLIAM ROBERSTON, GLASGOW. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 51NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY ROSS & DUNCAN, GLASGOW. PASSAGE DUBLIN FOR CARNLOUGH. SANK BY U-BOAT USING SCUTTLING CHARGES. CREW OF 8 RECOVERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MORION wreck located?

The MORION wreck is located at coordinates 54 30.677 N,5 24.58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORION?

The seabed around the MORION lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the MORION sink?

The MORION sank on May 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the MORION discovered?

The wreck of the MORION was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MORION belong to?

The MORION belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MORION carrying?

The MORION was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MORION?

The MORION had a tonnage of 299 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORION?

The MORION is classified as a steam ship.

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