Empire Conveyor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire conveyor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 17.489 N,8 11.044 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.291483
  • Longitude: -8.184067
Wreck Depth 120 m
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE CONVEYOR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5911
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1940
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Sep 14, 1998

Surveying Details

H056/40 H056/40 NCA. H2164/72 24.4.72 H2164/72 24.4.72 SEARCHED FOR WITH SONAR AND NOT LOCATED. (HMS HECATE, ROS 20.12.71). NCA. H1290/71 14.8.72 H1290/71 14.8.72 TWO CONTACTS CLOSE, GOOD FROM NE/SW, POOR OTHER DIRECTIONS, IN 561730N, 081100W [OGB]. (HMS GANNET, JULY 1972). 6.1.76 6.1.76 NOW CHARTED AS USCPA 65FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). NE 2635.

Circumstances of loss

EX-GLORIA, MOUNT PENTELIKON, ILLINOIS, FARNWORTH. TORPEDOED PROBABLY BY U-22. (OFF SCOTLAND).

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE CONVEYOR wreck located?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR wreck is located at coordinates 56 17.489 N,8 11.044 W.

How deep is the EMPIRE CONVEYOR and where exactly is it located?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR lies at a depth of about 120 meters and is located at coordinates 56 17.489 N,8 11.044 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE CONVEYOR?

The seabed around the EMPIRE CONVEYOR lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE CONVEYOR sink?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR sank on Jun 20, 1940.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE CONVEYOR discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE CONVEYOR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the EMPIRE CONVEYOR belong to?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE CONVEYOR carrying?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE CONVEYOR?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR had a tonnage of 5911 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE CONVEYOR?

The EMPIRE CONVEYOR is classified as a steam ship.

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