Glenartney Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glenartney Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 20.697 N,11 11.84 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.344950
  • Longitude: 11.197333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENARTNEY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 7263
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 5, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details [NO DATE] SUNK 30M NE FROM CAPE BON. (WW1SL). SUNK 12M NNE FROM CAP BON LIGHTHOUSE. (LLWW1). H4978/72 20.4.77 SALVAGE WORK IN PROGRESS IN 372100N, 112000E [EUR]. (NAVEAM 30/77). H2396/77 1.6.77 LOCATED IN 372046N, 111154E [EUR] USING LORAN-C. CARGO SALVAGED. (RISDON BEAZLEY, 1977). NCA. H2396/77 7.4.86 FURTHER SALVAGE ATTEMPT FOR CARGO MADE BY COASTAL MARINE SALVAGE CO. NORWEGIAN OFFSHORE SUPPORT VESSEL, BEING USED, SEIZED BY TUNISIAN AUTHORITIES, FINED & RECOVERED CARGO CONFISCATED. (LLOYDS VOL.263). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 7, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM SINGAPORE FOR LONDON. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UC-54. TWO LIVES LOST. (WW1SL & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the GLENARTNEY wreck located?

The GLENARTNEY wreck is located at coordinates 37 20.697 N,11 11.84 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENARTNEY?

The seabed around the GLENARTNEY lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the GLENARTNEY sink?

The GLENARTNEY sank on Feb 5, 1918.

When was the wreck of the GLENARTNEY discovered?

The wreck of the GLENARTNEY was discovered in 1918.

What country did the GLENARTNEY belong to?

The GLENARTNEY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GLENARTNEY carrying?

The GLENARTNEY was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the GLENARTNEY?

The GLENARTNEY had a tonnage of 7263 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENARTNEY?

The GLENARTNEY is classified as a steam ship.