Duen (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Duen (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 14.235 N,4 35.132 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.237250
  • Longitude: -4.585533
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DUEN (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 14 m
Shadow Height 2.5
Orientation 110
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 24, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4960/73 23.3.77 SANK IN APPROX 501552N, 043554W [OGB]. (LL 26.2.77). CHART AS USC PA 20MTRS [11FMS]. - NM 848/77. H1961/79 18.3.81 NOTHING FOUND DURING DISPROVING SEARCH CENTRED ON 501552N, 043554W, BUT WK EXAM'D IN 501412N, 043504W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [2 LOP] ON 10.11.80. LEAST E/S DEPTH 51 IN GEN DEPTH 53MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 2.5MTRS. APPARENTLY BROKEN UP. LYING 110/290DEGS. (HMS WOODLARK, HI 71B/80). CHART AS WK 50MTRS IN 501412N, 043504W [OGB]. SEP 2020/000287353 25.11.20 NOT FOUND IN M/B DATA (HI1678, CLINTON MARINE SURVEY LTD). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2020

Circumstances of loss

26.2.77 SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE PLYMOUTH TO BARRY. (LL, 26.2.77).

General Comments

BROKEN UP

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FAQ

Where is the DUEN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The DUEN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 14.235 N,4 35.132 W.

How deep is the DUEN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The DUEN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 50 14.235 N,4 35.132 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DUEN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the DUEN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the DUEN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The DUEN (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 24, 1977.

When was the wreck of the DUEN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DUEN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1977.

What country did the DUEN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The DUEN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DUEN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The DUEN (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the DUEN (POSSIBLY)?

The DUEN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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