Fertile Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fertile ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 41.3 N,1 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.688333
  • Longitude: 1.266667
Wreck Depth 125 m
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FERTILE II
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.6 m
Width 8 m
Draught 4.2
Tonnage 251
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 2005
Original Detection Year 2005
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.9.05 5.9.05 SANK IN 6041.0N, 0116.0E. (LL, 30.8.05). NCA. HH260/400/08 7.9.05 HH260/400/08 7.9.05 SANK IN 6041.3N, 0116.0E [WGD], 78 MILES NE OF LERWICK. (MRSC SHETLAND, FAX DTD 28.8.05). INS AS WK USCPA 125MTRS. - NM 4710/05.
Last Amended Date Sep 7, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 2000 BY MACDUFF SHIPYARDS SHIPYARDS LTD, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BUCKIE INSHORE FISHSELLING CO LTD. OIL ENGINE OF 818BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. CREW RECOVERED.

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FAQ

Where is the FERTILE II wreck located?

The FERTILE II wreck is located at coordinates 60 41.3 N,1 16 E.

How deep is the FERTILE II and where exactly is it located?

The FERTILE II lies at a depth of about 125 meters and is located at coordinates 60 41.3 N,1 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FERTILE II?

The seabed around the FERTILE II lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the FERTILE II sink?

The FERTILE II sank on Aug 29, 2005.

When was the wreck of the FERTILE II discovered?

The wreck of the FERTILE II was discovered in 2005.

What country did the FERTILE II belong to?

The FERTILE II belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FERTILE II?

The FERTILE II had a tonnage of 251 tons.

What type of wreck is the FERTILE II?

The FERTILE II is classified as a fishing vessel.

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