Glengairn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glengairn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 54.6 N,2 37.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.910000
  • Longitude: -2.625000
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENGAIRN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 64
Tonnage Type net
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 23, 1901
Original Detection Year 2008
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.6.08 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 1M E OF HORSE OF COPINSAY BY LLOYDS LIST, SHIPPING GAZETTE & THE TIMES IN MARCH 1901. (K HEATH, E-MAIL 11.6.08) NCA, POSN 5854.60N, 0237.50W. NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2020

Circumstances of loss

11.6.08 STEAM FV ON FIRE OFF DEERNESS, ORKNEY BETWEEN MULL HEAD & AUSKERRY. ABANDONED BY CREW WHO ROWED TO DEERNESS. VESSEL CARRIED S BY THE FLOOD TIDE ULTIMATELY SINKING 1M OFF THE HORSE OF COPINSAY. (K HEATH, E-MAIL DTD 11.6.08) WOODEN STEAM DRIFTER, BUILT 1900 WITH 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT, 1 BOILER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY STEAM HERRING FLEET LTD, ABERDEEN. PASSAGE WICK FOR WESTRAY, ORKNEY. SINKING POSNS GIVEN AS 3M N OF MULL HEAD, DEERNESS & 2M OFF HORSE OF COPINSAY. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the GLENGAIRN wreck located?

The GLENGAIRN wreck is located at coordinates 58 54.6 N,2 37.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENGAIRN?

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

When did the GLENGAIRN sink?

The GLENGAIRN sank on Mar 23, 1901.

When was the wreck of the GLENGAIRN discovered?

The wreck of the GLENGAIRN was discovered in 2008.

What country did the GLENGAIRN belong to?

The GLENGAIRN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GLENGAIRN carrying?

The GLENGAIRN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GLENGAIRN?

The GLENGAIRN had a tonnage of 64 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENGAIRN?

The GLENGAIRN is classified as a steam ship.

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