Andania Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Andania Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 20 N,6 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.333333
  • Longitude: -6.200000
Water Depth 240 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANDANIA
Type liner
Flag GB
Length 158.5 m
Width 19.5 m
Draught 14
Tonnage 13405
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1968
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

00.00.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 552000N 061200W, 2M NNE FROM RATHLIN ISLAND LT HO. [M06097 & M01678]. NCA, TOO DEEP AND POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. H5251/68 10.6.68 VERY DEEP HEAVILY PEAKED AREA. NO SONAR CONTACTS OR INDICATION ON E/S TRACE. (HMS MERMAID, ROS DTD 20.5.68). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2021/000250316 16.9.21 WRECK NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2021. (HI 1511, A-2 Sea Solutions Ltd). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913 BY SCOTT'S SHIPBUILDING CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CUNARD LINE. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES. (EIGHT QUADRUPLE - WIKI). 15 KNOTS. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR NEW YORK. TORPEDOED BY U-46. 7 MEN LOST. CAPTAIN AMONG SURVIVORS. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ANDANIA wreck located?

The ANDANIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 20 N,6 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANDANIA?

The seabed around the ANDANIA lies at approximately 240 meters deep.

When did the ANDANIA sink?

The ANDANIA sank on Jan 27, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ANDANIA discovered?

The wreck of the ANDANIA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ANDANIA belong to?

The ANDANIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ANDANIA carrying?

The ANDANIA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ANDANIA?

The ANDANIA had a tonnage of 13405 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANDANIA?

The ANDANIA is classified as a liner.

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