Talisman Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Talisman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 58.634 N,3 19.781 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.977233
  • Longitude: -3.329683
Water Depth 180 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TALISMAN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 31, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Talisman wreck is located on the Otter Bank at coordinates 59 58.634 N, 3 19.781 W. This underwater obstruction sits off the coast of Scotland near the Orkney Islands. Historical records from the UK Hydrographic Office indicate the vessel sank in this area on June 10, 1980. During subsequent salvage operations in October 1980, a remote-controlled vehicle known as The Seabug was lost at the site. The wreck is charted as a non-dangerous wreck and is listed in hydrographic survey records for maritime navigation.

Surveying Details

H4473/70 10.6.80 H4473/70 10.6.80 SANK ON OTTER BANK IN 595840N, 031941W [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. (MRSC ORKNEY, TLX DTD 30.5.80). INS AS NDW IN 595830N, 031930W [EUR]. BR STD. 11.10.80 11.10.80 'THE SEABUG', A REMOTE CONTROLLED VEHICLE WORTH �500,000 HAS BEEN LOST DURING SALVAGE OPERATIONS. (DAILY TELEGRAPH 11.10.80). NCA. 13.1.81 13.1.81 INS ON NE 219. (MISSED SCALE).

Circumstances of loss

31.5.80 VESSEL SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK QUICKLY BY THE STERN. CREW OF FIVE PICKED UP VESSEL 'BOY GRAHAM'. (LL, 31.5.80).

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FAQ

Where is the TALISMAN wreck located?

The TALISMAN wreck is located at coordinates 59 58.634 N,3 19.781 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TALISMAN?

The seabed around the TALISMAN lies at approximately 180 meters deep.

When did the TALISMAN sink?

The TALISMAN sank on May 31, 1980.

When was the wreck of the TALISMAN discovered?

The wreck of the TALISMAN was discovered in 1980.

What country did the TALISMAN belong to?

The TALISMAN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the TALISMAN?

The TALISMAN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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