Celerity Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Celerity Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 42.976 N,3 20.093 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.716267
  • Longitude: -3.334883
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CELERITY
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 42
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3060/79 3.4.81 LAST KNOWN POSN 584300N, 032100W. LIFEBUOYS RECOVERED IN (A) 004 KINNAIRD HD 23M ON 22.3.81 & IN (B) 581400N, 013400W ON 25.3.81. DAMAGED LIFERAFT RECOVERED 3M N OF PETERHEAD HBR ON 22.3.81 (LL 19,21,23,24 & 26.3.81). NCA. H2925/83 21.1.85 NOT LOCATED IN THIS POSN. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 204). AMEND DEAD. RSDRA2025000444329 22.09.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (NJORD SURVEY AB, HI1784). NFA.
Last Amended Date Sep 22, 2025

Circumstances of loss

DISAPPEARED IN FORCE 8 TO 9 W'LY GALE WHILE HEADING IN EASTERLY DIRN THROUGH PENTLAND FIRTH. NO SURVIVORS.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 58 42.976 N,3 20.093 W
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FAQ

Where is the CELERITY wreck located?

The CELERITY wreck is located at coordinates 58 42.976 N,3 20.093 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CELERITY?

The seabed around the CELERITY lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the CELERITY sink?

The CELERITY sank on Mar 18, 1981.

When was the wreck of the CELERITY discovered?

The wreck of the CELERITY was discovered in 1981.

What country did the CELERITY belong to?

The CELERITY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CELERITY?

The CELERITY had a tonnage of 42 tons.

What type of wreck is the CELERITY?

The CELERITY is classified as a fishing vessel.