Western Explorer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Western explorer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 50.516 N,9 46.734 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.841933
  • Longitude: -9.778900
Water Depth 79 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTERN EXPLORER
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 16.7 m
Width 6.3 m
Draught 2.9
Tonnage 72
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 23, 2003
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details 27.3.03 SANK IN 5250.5N, 0946.7W [OSI]. (MRCC DUBLIN, FAX DTD 23.3.03). INS AS NDW. BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 5250.516N, 0946.734W.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-SALAMADER. BUILT OF WOOD IN 1984 AT ARKLOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY C MINEHANE, BALLYLYNCH. OIL ENGINE OF 245BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. TOOK WATER IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL & FV DIRECTORY).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the WESTERN EXPLORER wreck located?

The WESTERN EXPLORER wreck is located at coordinates 52 50.516 N,9 46.734 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTERN EXPLORER?

The seabed around the WESTERN EXPLORER lies at approximately 79 meters deep.

When did the WESTERN EXPLORER sink?

The WESTERN EXPLORER sank on Mar 23, 2003.

When was the wreck of the WESTERN EXPLORER discovered?

The wreck of the WESTERN EXPLORER was discovered in 2003.

What country did the WESTERN EXPLORER belong to?

The WESTERN EXPLORER belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the WESTERN EXPLORER?

The WESTERN EXPLORER had a tonnage of 72 tons.

What type of wreck is the WESTERN EXPLORER?

The WESTERN EXPLORER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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