Premier Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Premier Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 51.78 N,0 16.264 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.863000
  • Longitude: -0.271067
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PREMIER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 23.8 m
Tonnage 68
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH270/350/01 17.12.90 SANK IN 595148.5N, 001608.5W [OGB]. (MRSC SHETLAND, 12.12.90). INS AS WK USC PA 100MTRS. - NM 26/91. 3.1.91 REPD AS SUNK IN 595148N, 001606W IN GEN DEPTH 133MTRS. AUTHORITIES BEING ASKED TO RAISE WK. (FISHING NEWS, 21/28.12.90). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 17, 1990

Circumstances of loss

25.12.90 OVERTURNED VESSEL REPORTED IN GALE FORCE WINDS IN 595600N, 001154W. DRIFTED AND LATER SANK. FIVE CREW MISSING. (LL, 25.12.90)

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FAQ

Where is the PREMIER wreck located?

The PREMIER wreck is located at coordinates 59 51.78 N,0 16.264 W.

How deep is the PREMIER and where exactly is it located?

The PREMIER lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 59 51.78 N,0 16.264 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PREMIER?

The seabed around the PREMIER lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the PREMIER sink?

The PREMIER sank on Dec 12, 1990.

When was the wreck of the PREMIER discovered?

The wreck of the PREMIER was discovered in 1990.

What country did the PREMIER belong to?

The PREMIER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PREMIER?

The PREMIER had a tonnage of 68 tons.

What type of wreck is the PREMIER?

The PREMIER is classified as a fishing vessel.