Virent Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Virent Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 31.02 N,6 30.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.517000
  • Longitude: -6.500833
Water Depth 77 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIRENT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3771
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 24, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 6, 2014

Surveying Details

SUNK 38 MILES W BY S FROM THE SMALLS. (BMVS). 31.8.18 M40963 31.8.18 60 MILES SW OF SMALLS. (BOT W/R 8/167). M23171 POSN 513100N, 063000W. (VA MILFORD HAVEN IDSA). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H4852/75 22.3.77 H4852/75 22.3.77 SEARCHED FOR WITH DCS3 WITHIN 2.5M OF 513100N, 063000W. NOTHING FOUND. (HMS HERALD, 11.3.77). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2021/000218077 16.8.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2017. NFA.(RV CELTIC VOYAGER, DTD 7.9.2017). RETAIN DEAD. NCA

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CARTAGENA FOR GLASGOW. TORPEDOED BY UB-92 60 MILES SW OF SMALLS. SANK IN 2 HOURS. (BOT, WW1SL, LLWW1 & KERIG ZUR SEE 1914-18).

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FAQ

Where is the VIRENT wreck located?

The VIRENT wreck is located at coordinates 51 31.02 N,6 30.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VIRENT?

The seabed around the VIRENT lies at approximately 77 meters deep.

When did the VIRENT sink?

The VIRENT sank on Aug 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the VIRENT discovered?

The wreck of the VIRENT was discovered in 1918.

What country did the VIRENT belong to?

The VIRENT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the VIRENT carrying?

The VIRENT was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the VIRENT?

The VIRENT had a tonnage of 3771 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIRENT?

The VIRENT is classified as a steam ship.

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