Ocean Gain Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ocean gain Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 16.232 N,4 42.535 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.270533
  • Longitude: -4.708917
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN GAIN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.9 m
Tonnage 74
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 1, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2015

Surveying Details

H2921/85 23.3.88 SANK 188DEGS, 2.2M FROM S STACK LT HO, OR 531613N, 044228W, IN 20FMS. (LL 2.3.88). 23.3.88 NOT LOCATED BY THV STELLA ON 4.3.88. AREA OF ROCKY OUTCROPS MADE TARGET OF THIS SIZE DIFFICULT TO IDENTIFY. (TH, HARWICH, TELECON 23.3.88). INS AS USCPA 20MTRS. - NM 1133/88. SEP 2015/000055076 23.12.15 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET. (HI 1451, MMT (UK)). AMEND TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED HOLD FLOODED. PORTABLE PUMP SUPPLIED BUT COULD NOT COPE. EVENTUALLY CAPSIZED AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN GAIN wreck located?

The OCEAN GAIN wreck is located at coordinates 53 16.232 N,4 42.535 W.

How deep is the OCEAN GAIN and where exactly is it located?

The OCEAN GAIN lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 53 16.232 N,4 42.535 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN GAIN?

The seabed around the OCEAN GAIN lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN GAIN sink?

The OCEAN GAIN sank on Mar 1, 1988.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN GAIN discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN GAIN was discovered in 1988.

What country did the OCEAN GAIN belong to?

The OCEAN GAIN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN GAIN?

The OCEAN GAIN had a tonnage of 74 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN GAIN?

The OCEAN GAIN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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