Hibernia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hibernia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 31 N,7 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.516667
  • Longitude: 7.466667
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HIBERNIA
Type ketch
Flag GB
Tonnage 83
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 18, 1895
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SINKING POSN REPD AS 543100N, 072800E APPROX, OR 25M NW THREE-QUARTERS N OF HELGOLAND. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). NCA YET. 27.4.06 NOT SHOWN ON GERMAN 103 [INT 1412] [AUG 2005 EDN, ADOPTION]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH GERMAN TRAWLER HH7, 25M NW THREE-QUARTERS N OF HELGOLAND. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the HIBERNIA wreck located?

The HIBERNIA wreck is located at coordinates 54 31 N,7 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HIBERNIA?

The seabed around the HIBERNIA lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the HIBERNIA sink?

The HIBERNIA sank on Jul 18, 1895.

When was the wreck of the HIBERNIA discovered?

The wreck of the HIBERNIA was discovered in 1972.

What country did the HIBERNIA belong to?

The HIBERNIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HIBERNIA?

The HIBERNIA had a tonnage of 83 tons.

What type of wreck is the HIBERNIA?

The HIBERNIA is classified as a ketch.

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