Rising Sun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Rising sun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 5.03 N,6 32.74 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.083833
  • Longitude: -6.545667
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RISING SUN
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 8.3 m
Width 3.5 m
Draught 1.4
Tonnage 7
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 29, 2005
Original Detection Year 2005
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

30.1.06 30.1.06 SANK IN 5205.03N, 0632.74W [WGD]. CONTRACT TO RAISE HAS BEEN SIGNED AND WORK WILL START THIS WEEK. (E TORPAY, SAR OPS MANAGER, IRISH CG, EMAIL DTD 30.1.06). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 27.2.06 27.2.06 VESSEL WAS LIFTED 6.2.06 AND TAKEN TO ROSSLARE. (FISHING NEWS DTD 10.2.06). NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the RISING SUN wreck located?

The RISING SUN wreck is located at coordinates 52 5.03 N,6 32.74 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RISING SUN?

The seabed around the RISING SUN lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the RISING SUN sink?

The RISING SUN sank on Nov 29, 2005.

When was the wreck of the RISING SUN discovered?

The wreck of the RISING SUN was discovered in 2005.

What country did the RISING SUN belong to?

The RISING SUN belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the RISING SUN?

The RISING SUN had a tonnage of 7 tons.

What type of wreck is the RISING SUN?

The RISING SUN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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