Virgo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Virgo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 10.89 N,1 18.296 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.181500
  • Longitude: -1.304933
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIRGO
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Tonnage 2496
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 19, 2021

Surveying Details

10.12.76 AGROUND IN 451200N, 011500W [PLOTS INSHORE] FOLLOWING HEAVY SEAS. (LL, 3.12.76). 24.2.77 ATTEMPTS TO REFLOAT VESSEL FAILED. (LL, 21.2.77). 25.4.77 POSN AMENDED TO 441200N, 011500W APPROX. (LL, 23.4.77). 30.6.77 ONE THIRD OF WK HAS BEEN REMOVED DURING SALVAGE. (LL, 30.6.77). 24.9.77 DURING DEMOLITION WK CAUGHT FIRE & ACCOMMODATION WAS DESTROYED. (LL, 24.9.77). H2770/69 5.7.78 ST IN 441050N, 011830W [EUR]. (BREST NM 78 05 24). - NM 1656/78. SEP 2009000085522 6.10.09 SHOWN IN 4410.881N, 0118.366W [WGD] ON FRENCH 6786 [2ND EDN 2009, 1:130,000, LARGEST SCALE]. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the VIRGO wreck located?

The VIRGO wreck is located at coordinates 44 10.89 N,1 18.296 W.

When did the VIRGO sink?

The VIRGO sank on Dec 2, 1976.

When was the wreck of the VIRGO discovered?

The wreck of the VIRGO was discovered in 1976.

What country did the VIRGO belong to?

The VIRGO belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the VIRGO?

The VIRGO had a tonnage of 2496 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIRGO?

The VIRGO is classified as a motor vessel.

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