Maiorese Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maiorese Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 18.015 N,4 42.568 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.300250
  • Longitude: -4.709467
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAIORESE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 82.9 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 1739
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 23, 1913
Original Detection Year 1913
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3110/68 10.6.68 SANK OFF NORTH STACK ROCK. (CAPT MADDOX, 31.5.68). POSN 531919N, 044100W FOR FILING ONLY. H5043/70 14.9.79 SEARCHED FOR. NOT FOUND BUT SEA CONDITIONS NOT IDEAL. (HMS FAWN, HI 57B/79). NCA. HH100/351/01 5.5.89 SANK 2M S OF NORTH STACK ROCK. (K HURLEY, 10.4.89). GIVES POSN 531800N, 044230W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2015/000055076 29.12.15 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET. (HI 1451, MMT (UK)). AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2015

Circumstances of loss

31.5.68 EX-CATALAN, EX-ZANTE. BUILT IN 1875 BY BOWDLER CHAFFER & CO, LIVERPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ATLANTIC & EASTERN SS CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 202 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY J JONES & SONS, LIVERPOOL. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR GENOA. DROVE ASHORE IN THICK FOG AND SANK. (SIBI). STRUCK NORTH STACK ROCK AND SANK. (CAPT MADDOX, 31.5.68, LL & SIBI). WITNESSES STATED VESSEL DRIFTED 2M SOUTHWARD BEFORE SINKING SUDDENLY BY THE BOW. (K HURLEY).

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FAQ

Where is the MAIORESE wreck located?

The MAIORESE wreck is located at coordinates 53 18.015 N,4 42.568 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAIORESE?

The seabed around the MAIORESE lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the MAIORESE sink?

The MAIORESE sank on May 23, 1913.

When was the wreck of the MAIORESE discovered?

The wreck of the MAIORESE was discovered in 1913.

What country did the MAIORESE belong to?

The MAIORESE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MAIORESE carrying?

The MAIORESE was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MAIORESE?

The MAIORESE had a tonnage of 1739 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAIORESE?

The MAIORESE is classified as a steam ship.

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