Karenza Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Karenza Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 45.831 N,6 21.056 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.763850
  • Longitude: -6.350933
Water Depth 93 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KARENZA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 21, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H2613/78 5.7.78 H2613/78 5.7.78 BURNT OUT HULK OF FV KARENZA SANK IN 504548N, 062100W. (FO PLYMOUTH). - CHART AS NDW PA - NM 1767/78. HH6346/87/2 12.12.91 HH6346/87/2 12.12.91 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SONAR SEARCH. (HMS FAWN, HI 429). [CHARTED POSN IS ONLY JUST INSIDE SURVEY LIMIT]. - AMENDED TO ABEY. HH6346/87/2 21.8.92 HH6346/87/2 21.8.92 NOT FOUND DURING SONAR SEARCH. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 429). - NCA. 2.2.99 2.2.99 AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

24.6.78 ABANDONED FOLLOWING A FIRE. SUNK BY HMS SHOULTON AS CONSIDERED A HAZARD TO SHIPPING. (LL 24.6.78).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 45.831 N,6 21.056 W
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FAQ

Where is the KARENZA wreck located?

The KARENZA wreck is located at coordinates 50 45.831 N,6 21.056 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KARENZA?

The seabed around the KARENZA lies at approximately 93 meters deep.

When did the KARENZA sink?

The KARENZA sank on Jun 21, 1978.

When was the wreck of the KARENZA discovered?

The wreck of the KARENZA was discovered in 1978.

What country did the KARENZA belong to?

The KARENZA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the KARENZA?

The KARENZA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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