Derbyshire Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Derbyshire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 51.667 N,133 31.875 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.861117
  • Longitude: 133.531250
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DERBYSHIRE
Type bulk carrier
Flag GB
Length 294.1 m
Width 44.2 m
Draught 25
Tonnage 91655
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1275/80 19.9.80 SANK IN 253000N, 1333000E, POSN DOUBTFUL. (LL, 16, 17, 19.9.80). IN ABOUT 2000MTRS. HH132/350/01 16.3.89 SINKING POSN ABOUT 253000N, 1332000E. (DEPT. OF TRANSPORT, 24.2.89 REPORT OF FORMAL INQUIRY INTO LOSS). 30.11.92 FROM ANALYSIS OF OIL SLICK FROM THE DERBYSHIRE BY JAPANESE MARITIME SAFETY AGENCY. POSN OF BOW SECTION LIES IN 254600N, 1333400E. 21.5M FROM AFTER SECTION IN 253000N, 1331800E, BOTH POSNS +/- 2000YARDS. LIES IN DEPTH OF 3000 TO 3250MTRS. (S KENT, DERBYSHIRE FAMILIES ASSOCIATION, TELECON 30.11.92). 20.7.94 BOW SECTION LIES IN 255140.0N, 1333152.5E [WGD]. LOCATED BY DCS3. ONE CONTACT LATER EXAMINED BY AN ROV AND SEEN TO BE A BOW SECTION WITH THE PAINTED LETTERS 'SHIRE'. (MAIB, LTR 18.7.94). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 2009

Circumstances of loss

EX-LONDON BRIDGE. BUILT IN 1976 BY SWAN HUNTER SHIPBUILDERS LTD, HAVERTON HILL-ON-TEES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BIBBY TANKERS. PASSAGE QUEBEC FOR KAWASAKI, JAPAN. DISAPPEARED WITHOUT TRACE WITH 44 PERSONS ON BOARD DURING A SEVERE TROPICAL STORM CAUSED BY TYPHOON ORCHID. LATER AN OIL SLICK WAS DISCOVERED IN AN AIR AND SEA SEARCH. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the DERBYSHIRE wreck located?

The DERBYSHIRE wreck is located at coordinates 25 51.667 N,133 31.875 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DERBYSHIRE?

The seabed around the DERBYSHIRE lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the DERBYSHIRE discovered?

The wreck of the DERBYSHIRE was discovered in 1980.

What country did the DERBYSHIRE belong to?

The DERBYSHIRE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DERBYSHIRE carrying?

The DERBYSHIRE was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the DERBYSHIRE?

The DERBYSHIRE had a tonnage of 91655 tons.

What type of wreck is the DERBYSHIRE?

The DERBYSHIRE is classified as a bulk carrier.

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