St Ives Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
St ives Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 21 N,8 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.350000
  • Longitude: -8.966667
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ST IVES
Type dredger
Flag GB
Tonnage 938
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 29, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.1.73 2.1.73 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 442100N, 085800W. (LLOYDS 211). PLOTS IN APPROX 2000 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1945. RECENTLY SOLD VESSEL WAS ON DELIVERY VOYAGE FROM PORTSMOUTH TO PALERMO, IN TOW OF TUG SMIT PIONEER, WHEN SHE CAPSIZED ANS SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER OFF CORUNNA. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ST IVES wreck located?

The ST IVES wreck is located at coordinates 44 21 N,8 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ST IVES?

The seabed around the ST IVES lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the ST IVES sink?

The ST IVES sank on Dec 29, 1972.

When was the wreck of the ST IVES discovered?

The wreck of the ST IVES was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ST IVES belong to?

The ST IVES belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ST IVES?

The ST IVES had a tonnage of 938 tons.

What type of wreck is the ST IVES?

The ST IVES is classified as a dredger.

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