La Morlaye Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
La morlaye Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 3.005 N,1 26.597 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.050083
  • Longitude: -1.443283
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LA MORLAYE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 18 m
Tonnage 49
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 15, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6520/82 19.5.86 LYING ON STBD SIDE, HARD AGROUND OFF WHITLEY BAY. (LL 19.4.86). NCA YET. HH090/796/01 6.1.99 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 796). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2019/000043627 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (MERITAITO, HI 1513). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 1999

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED WITH NETS FOULING PROPELLER AND GEAR FAST ON THE BOTTOM.

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FAQ

Where is the LA MORLAYE wreck located?

The LA MORLAYE wreck is located at coordinates 55 3.005 N,1 26.597 W.

When did the LA MORLAYE sink?

The LA MORLAYE sank on Apr 15, 1986.

When was the wreck of the LA MORLAYE discovered?

The wreck of the LA MORLAYE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the LA MORLAYE belong to?

The LA MORLAYE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LA MORLAYE?

The LA MORLAYE had a tonnage of 49 tons.

What type of wreck is the LA MORLAYE?

The LA MORLAYE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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