Orchidee Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Orchidee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 20.02 N,6 29.45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.333667
  • Longitude: -6.490833
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORCHIDEE
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 18.3 m
Tonnage 48
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 22, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 6, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ORCHIDEE is located at coordinates 51 20.02 N, 6 29.45 W in the waters of the Saint Georges Channel off the coast of Wales. This site originated from a collision reported on October 22, 1992, which caused the vessel to sink rapidly. Although initial search and rescue efforts by HMS Beagle were unable to locate the wreck at the time of the incident, the site is now documented as an underwater obstruction. The wreck of the ORCHIDEE remains a significant point of interest for maritime records near the Welsh coastline.

Surveying Details

22.10.92 COLLISION REPD IN 512000N, 062924W. VESSEL SANK QUICKLY. COULD NOT BE FOUND DURING SAR SEARCH. (HMS BEAGLE, LOP 1.10.92). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH FRENCH FV AGENA. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ORCHIDEE wreck located?

The ORCHIDEE wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.02 N,6 29.45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORCHIDEE?

The seabed around the ORCHIDEE lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the ORCHIDEE sink?

The ORCHIDEE sank on Sep 22, 1992.

When was the wreck of the ORCHIDEE discovered?

The wreck of the ORCHIDEE was discovered in 1992.

What country did the ORCHIDEE belong to?

The ORCHIDEE belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the ORCHIDEE?

The ORCHIDEE had a tonnage of 48 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORCHIDEE?

The ORCHIDEE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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