Gismonde Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gismonde Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 31.38 N,6 7.95 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.523000
  • Longitude: -6.132500
Water Depth 107 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GISMONDE
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 15 m
Width 6 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 48
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 2007
Original Detection Year 2007
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details 25.8.07 25.8.07 ON FIRE AND DRIFTING WITH FISHING GEAR DOWN IN 5130.19N, 0608.29W [WGD]. (MILFORD HAVEN CG, EMAIL DTD 24.8.07). NCA. 29.8.07 SEP 2007/000061870 29.8.07 OBSERVED TO SINK IN 5131.38N, 0607.95W [WGD] BY HMS MERSEY. (MILFORD HAVEN CG/RNW, TELECON 29.8.07). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 29, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-LA GISMONDE. BUILT OF WOOD IN 1989 IN FRANCE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY M CORSSAN, BALODOYLE, CO DUBLIN. OIL ENGINE OF 350BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. CAUGHT FIRE, BURNED AND SANK.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL, BURNED AND SANK

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 31.38 N,6 7.95 W
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FAQ

Where is the GISMONDE wreck located?

The GISMONDE wreck is located at coordinates 51 31.38 N,6 7.95 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GISMONDE?

The seabed around the GISMONDE lies at approximately 107 meters deep.

When did the GISMONDE sink?

The GISMONDE sank on Aug 25, 2007.

When was the wreck of the GISMONDE discovered?

The wreck of the GISMONDE was discovered in 2007.

What country did the GISMONDE belong to?

The GISMONDE belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the GISMONDE?

The GISMONDE had a tonnage of 48 tons.

What type of wreck is the GISMONDE?

The GISMONDE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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