Geira Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Geira Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 2.236 N,5 35.659 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.037267
  • Longitude: -5.594317
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEIRA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 67.1 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 961
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 24, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4908/79 23.7.80 SANK OFF NEWLYN WHIST EN-ROUTE FROM PORT TALBOT TO ROUEN. (A. CROTHALL, 22.5.80). APPROX POSN 500212N, 053536W FOR FILING ONLY. [SEE ALSO WK RECORD 16242]. SEP 2016/000091765 27.10.16 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI 1500). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1877 BY BARROW SHIPBUILDING CO LTD, BARROW-IN-FURNESS. PASSAGE PORT TALBOT FOR ROUEN. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH THE NORWEGIAN SS WILFRED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the GEIRA wreck located?

The GEIRA wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.236 N,5 35.659 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEIRA?

The seabed around the GEIRA lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the GEIRA sink?

The GEIRA sank on Feb 24, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GEIRA discovered?

The wreck of the GEIRA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GEIRA belong to?

The GEIRA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the GEIRA carrying?

The GEIRA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GEIRA?

The GEIRA had a tonnage of 961 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEIRA?

The GEIRA is classified as a steam ship.

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