Auriga Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Auriga Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 42.477 N,1 31.108 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.707950
  • Longitude: 1.518467
Wreck Depth 54 m
Water Depth 73 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AURIGA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 19.5 m
Tonnage 56
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH160/350/01 2.9.91 SUNK WHILE UNDER TOW IN 554231N, 013112.5E [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. LENGTH 21MTRS. (MRSC TYNE TEES, & LL, 19.8.91). LENGTH IN OLSEN'S 19.5MTRS. INS AS USC 54MTRS. - NM 2616/91.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 1991

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1979. SANK UNDER TOW OF FV GLENMORE AFTER TAKING IN WATER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DENHOLM FISH SELLING LTD, PETERHEAD.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the AURIGA wreck located?

The AURIGA wreck is located at coordinates 55 42.477 N,1 31.108 E.

How deep is the AURIGA and where exactly is it located?

The AURIGA lies at a depth of about 54 meters and is located at coordinates 55 42.477 N,1 31.108 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AURIGA?

The seabed around the AURIGA lies at approximately 73 meters deep.

When did the AURIGA sink?

The AURIGA sank on Aug 17, 1991.

When was the wreck of the AURIGA discovered?

The wreck of the AURIGA was discovered in 1991.

What country did the AURIGA belong to?

The AURIGA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AURIGA?

The AURIGA had a tonnage of 56 tons.

What type of wreck is the AURIGA?

The AURIGA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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