Nerissa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nerissa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 57 N,10 8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.950000
  • Longitude: -10.133333
Water Depth 2150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NERISSA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 106.7 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 5583
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 30, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSITION GIVEN AS 555700N, 100800W APPROX. (BRITISH VESSELS LOST AT SEA 1939-45).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-552 ABOUT 200 MILES WEST OF INISHTRAHULL WHILST EN-ROUTE HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA TO LIVERPOOL. 83 CREW AND 124 PASSENGERS WERE LOST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BERMUDA & WEST INDIES SS CO.

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FAQ

Where is the NERISSA wreck located?

The NERISSA wreck is located at coordinates 55 57 N,10 8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NERISSA?

The seabed around the NERISSA lies at approximately 2150 meters deep.

When did the NERISSA sink?

The NERISSA sank on Apr 30, 1941.

When was the wreck of the NERISSA discovered?

The wreck of the NERISSA was discovered in 1941.

What country did the NERISSA belong to?

The NERISSA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NERISSA carrying?

The NERISSA was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the NERISSA?

The NERISSA had a tonnage of 5583 tons.

What type of wreck is the NERISSA?

The NERISSA is classified as a steam ship.

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