Portaferry Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Portaferry Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 12.5 N,5 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.208333
  • Longitude: -5.633333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PORTAFERRY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 36.9 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3.1
Tonnage 236
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1905
Original Detection Year 1905
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details 19.8.08 STRANDED IN 5712.5N, 0538.0W. (SIBI). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2020

Circumstances of loss

EX-BEN NEVIS. BUILT IN 1884 BY ABERCORN SHIPBUILDING SHIPBUILDING CO, PAISLEY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY G COUPER, HELMSLADE. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 55 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY AFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR LOCH CLUSH AND THURSO. STRANDED AND LOST IN NNE FORCE 5. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the PORTAFERRY wreck located?

The PORTAFERRY wreck is located at coordinates 57 12.5 N,5 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PORTAFERRY?

The seabed around the PORTAFERRY lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the PORTAFERRY sink?

The PORTAFERRY sank on Apr 21, 1905.

When was the wreck of the PORTAFERRY discovered?

The wreck of the PORTAFERRY was discovered in 1905.

What country did the PORTAFERRY belong to?

The PORTAFERRY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PORTAFERRY carrying?

The PORTAFERRY was carrying fertiliser: natural and products,coal.

What was the tonnage of the PORTAFERRY?

The PORTAFERRY had a tonnage of 236 tons.

What type of wreck is the PORTAFERRY?

The PORTAFERRY is classified as a steam ship.

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