Morild Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morild Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 5.97 N,5 4.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.099500
  • Longitude: 5.081667
Water Depth 56 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORILD
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 199
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 1, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2021

Surveying Details

6.11.75 RAN AGROUND AT STADT. (LL, 6.11.75). H3692/88 7.9.88 PROBABLY SUNK BY LARGE ABNORMAL WAVES IN AREA. (NORWEGIAN NM 1127/88) APPROX POSN 620600N, 050500E [FROM REDUCTION OF NORWEGIAN 29 ACCOMPANYING NORWEGIAN NM]. NCA, NOT A CHART CORRECTING NM.

Circumstances of loss

30.10.75 TOOK ON HEAVY LIST AND STRANDED. LATER SANK. (LL, 30.10.75, 6.11.75 & NORWEGIAN NM 1127/88).

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FAQ

Where is the MORILD wreck located?

The MORILD wreck is located at coordinates 62 5.97 N,5 4.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MORILD?

The seabed around the MORILD lies at approximately 56 meters deep.

When did the MORILD sink?

The MORILD sank on Nov 1, 1975.

When was the wreck of the MORILD discovered?

The wreck of the MORILD was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MORILD belong to?

The MORILD belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the MORILD?

The MORILD had a tonnage of 199 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORILD?

The MORILD is classified as a motor vessel.

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