Eclipse Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eclipse Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 53.96 N,1 12.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.899333
  • Longitude: 1.215000
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ECLIPSE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 23.5 m
Tonnage 82
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH160/351/01 20.9.89 HH160/351/01 20.9.89 SANK IN 585400N, 011300E. (MRSC ABERDEEN, 31.8.89 & LL, 12.9.89). INS AS WK USC PA 100MTRS (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Sep 20, 1989

Circumstances of loss

12.9.89 ABANDONED BY CREW WHEN FIRE IN ENGINE ROOM GOT OUT OF HAND. TAKEN UNDER TOW BY DIVING SUPPORT/MAINTENANCE V STENA SEAWELL BUT SANK WHILE PROCEEDING TO PETERHEAD. CREW OF SIX RECOVERED. (LL, 12.9.89).

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FAQ

Where is the ECLIPSE wreck located?

The ECLIPSE wreck is located at coordinates 58 53.96 N,1 12.9 E.

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

The ECLIPSE lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 58 53.96 N,1 12.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ECLIPSE?

The seabed around the ECLIPSE lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the ECLIPSE sink?

The ECLIPSE sank on Aug 31, 1989.

When was the wreck of the ECLIPSE discovered?

The wreck of the ECLIPSE was discovered in 1989.

What country did the ECLIPSE belong to?

The ECLIPSE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ECLIPSE?

The ECLIPSE had a tonnage of 82 tons.

What type of wreck is the ECLIPSE?

The ECLIPSE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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