Neptune Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Neptune Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		61 15.97 N,1 24.59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.266167
  • Longitude: -1.409833
Water Depth 210 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEPTUNE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 26.7 m
Width 7.5 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 105
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 2003
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH270/410/06 21.5.03 CREW RECOVERED FROM VESSEL IN 6115.0N, 0124.6W. VESSEL LATER NOT LOCATED AND PRESUMED SUNK IN QUOTED POSN. (MRSC SHETLAND, TLX DTD 17.5.03). NCA. HH270/430/04 4.7.03 WK SNAGGED IN 6115.97N, 0124.59W [WGD]. MAST WAS PULLED OFF. (J MARR & CO, EMAIL DTD 3.7.03). AMEND POSN. NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, [EX-'INGA NESS']. BUILT IN 1991 BY CAMBLETOWN SHIPYARD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY I R POTTINGER, HAMNAVOE, SHETLAND. OIL ENGINE OF 585BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. TOOK WATER AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED BY FV 'TRASTUR'.

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FAQ

Where is the NEPTUNE wreck located?

The NEPTUNE wreck is located at coordinates 61 15.97 N,1 24.59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEPTUNE?

The seabed around the NEPTUNE lies at approximately 210 meters deep.

When did the NEPTUNE sink?

The NEPTUNE sank on May 17, 2003.

When was the wreck of the NEPTUNE discovered?

The wreck of the NEPTUNE was discovered in 2003.

What country did the NEPTUNE belong to?

The NEPTUNE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the NEPTUNE?

The NEPTUNE had a tonnage of 105 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEPTUNE?

The NEPTUNE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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