Zenith Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Zenith Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 43.27 N,1 59.16 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.721167
  • Longitude: -1.986000
Water Depth 43 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZENITH
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Sonar Length 5.5
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 31, 2018
Original Detection Year 2018
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Aug 10, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

The fishing vessel Zenith is a shipwreck located in the North Sea off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, resting at the coordinates 57 43.27 N, 1 59.16 W. The vessel sank on July 31, 2018, following a mechanical failure while under tow. The wreck sits at a general depth of 43 meters and measures approximately 5.54 meters in length. Navigation charts identify the obstruction as a dangerous wreck in a position approximate (DWPA). This underwater wreck site is monitored for maritime safety due to the depth and nature of the obstruction.

Surveying Details

SEP 2018/000193509 10.8.18 WK OBSERVED SINKING ON 31.7.18; IN PA 5743.270N, 0159.160W [WGD]. IN GEN DEPTH 43MTRS, LENGTH 5.54MTRS. FISHING VESSEL ZENITH SUFFERED FROM MECHANICAL FAILURE AND STARTED TAKING ON WATER ONCE ON TOW.(RADIO NAVIGATION WARNINGS, DTD 1.8.18). INS AS DWPA.

General Comments

UK NM 4114/18

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FAQ

Where is the ZENITH wreck located?

The ZENITH wreck is located at coordinates 57 43.27 N,1 59.16 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ZENITH?

The seabed around the ZENITH lies at approximately 43 meters deep.

When did the ZENITH sink?

The ZENITH sank on Jul 31, 2018.

When was the wreck of the ZENITH discovered?

The wreck of the ZENITH was discovered in 2018.

What country did the ZENITH belong to?

The ZENITH belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ZENITH?

The ZENITH is classified as a fishing vessel.

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