Scotia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Scotia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 30.96 N,2 16.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.516000
  • Longitude: 2.281833
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SCOTIA
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 88.7 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2400
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 573100N, 021700E. (WW2SL). 1.1.72 INS AS NDW ON NC 2182B.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1924. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A/S D/S D F K. PASSAGE COPENHAGEN FOR ENGLAND. 19 CREW KILLED. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the SCOTIA wreck located?

The SCOTIA wreck is located at coordinates 57 30.96 N,2 16.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SCOTIA?

The seabed around the SCOTIA lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the SCOTIA sink?

The SCOTIA sank on Dec 7, 1939.

When was the wreck of the SCOTIA discovered?

The wreck of the SCOTIA was discovered in 1939.

What country did the SCOTIA belong to?

The SCOTIA belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the SCOTIA?

The SCOTIA had a tonnage of 2400 tons.

What type of wreck is the SCOTIA?

The SCOTIA is classified as a steam ship.