North Spirit Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
North spirit Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 31 N,8 33 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.516667
  • Longitude: -8.550000
Water Depth 4390 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORTH SPIRIT
Type carrier
Flag VC
Tonnage 6395
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 2010
Original Detection Year 2010
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.12.10 24.12.10 SANK 50 MILES OFF CAPE ORTEGAL, BAY OF BISCAY, IN 4431.0N, 0833.0W. (LLOYD'S CASUALTY WEEK DTD 24.12.10). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1989. PASSAGE SWEDEN FOR ALGERIA. SANK FOLLOWING FLOODING IN EASTERLY FORCE 8-9 AND HEAVY SEAS. CREW OF 17 RECOVERED. (LLOYDS).

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FAQ

Where is the NORTH SPIRIT wreck located?

The NORTH SPIRIT wreck is located at coordinates 44 31 N,8 33 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORTH SPIRIT?

The seabed around the NORTH SPIRIT lies at approximately 4390 meters deep.

When did the NORTH SPIRIT sink?

The NORTH SPIRIT sank on Dec 10, 2010.

When was the wreck of the NORTH SPIRIT discovered?

The wreck of the NORTH SPIRIT was discovered in 2010.

What country did the NORTH SPIRIT belong to?

The NORTH SPIRIT belonged to VC.

What cargo was the NORTH SPIRIT carrying?

The NORTH SPIRIT was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the NORTH SPIRIT?

The NORTH SPIRIT had a tonnage of 6395 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORTH SPIRIT?

The NORTH SPIRIT is classified as a carrier.

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