Werni Junior Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Werni junior Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 34.465 N,6 55.915 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.574417
  • Longitude: 6.931917
Wreck Depth 251 m
Water Depth 256 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WERNI JUNIOR
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1985
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2122/80 5.6.85 H2122/80 5.6.85 SANK IN 573400N, 065600E. (LL, 1.2.85). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. H2867/85 9.9.85 H2867/85 9.9.85 POSN 573430N, 065600E. (NORWEGIAN NM 1068/85). NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART. 14.3.05 14.3.05 NOT SHOWN ON NE 275 AS PREVIOUSLY RECORDED AS POSN FOR FILING ONLY INSTEAD OF TOO DEEP TO CHART. INS NDW IN 5734.460N, 0655.910E [WGD]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2024

Circumstances of loss

1.2.85 CAPSIZED AND SANK. CREW OF 3 RESCUED. (LL, 1.2.85)

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FAQ

Where is the WERNI JUNIOR wreck located?

The WERNI JUNIOR wreck is located at coordinates 57 34.465 N,6 55.915 E.

How deep is the WERNI JUNIOR and where exactly is it located?

The WERNI JUNIOR lies at a depth of about 251 meters and is located at coordinates 57 34.465 N,6 55.915 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WERNI JUNIOR?

The seabed around the WERNI JUNIOR lies at approximately 256 meters deep.

When did the WERNI JUNIOR sink?

The WERNI JUNIOR sank on Jan 30, 1985.

When was the wreck of the WERNI JUNIOR discovered?

The wreck of the WERNI JUNIOR was discovered in 1985.

What country did the WERNI JUNIOR belong to?

The WERNI JUNIOR belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the WERNI JUNIOR?

The WERNI JUNIOR is classified as a fishing vessel.