Spes Nova Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Spes nova Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 28.03 N,9 13.28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.467167
  • Longitude: -9.221333
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SPES NOVA
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 24.5 m
Tonnage 106
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 7, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1311/88 30.11.88 SANK IN THE VICINITY OF THE STAGS. (E BOURKE). POSN 512800N, 091315W [OSI] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 11, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1970 AT BUCKIE. WENT TO THE ASSISTANCE OF MFV JOAN PATRICIA, WHICH WAS DRIFTING TOWARDS ROCKS, HIT THE STAGS HERSELF AND SANK. CREW RESCUED. (LL, SHIPWRECKS OF THE IRISH COAST).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the SPES NOVA wreck located?

The SPES NOVA wreck is located at coordinates 51 28.03 N,9 13.28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SPES NOVA?

The seabed around the SPES NOVA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the SPES NOVA sink?

The SPES NOVA sank on Nov 7, 1983.

When was the wreck of the SPES NOVA discovered?

The wreck of the SPES NOVA was discovered in 1983.

What country did the SPES NOVA belong to?

The SPES NOVA belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the SPES NOVA?

The SPES NOVA had a tonnage of 106 tons.

What type of wreck is the SPES NOVA?

The SPES NOVA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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