Younick Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Younick Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 25.94 N,3 38.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.432333
  • Longitude: -3.634833
Water Depth 77 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YOUNICK
Type trawler
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 19, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.9.76 21.9.76 VESSEL SANK IN APPROX 492600N, 033800W ON EDGE OF HURD DEEP. (LL, 20.9.76). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 19.2.97 19.2.97 REPORTED TO BE NON-EXISTENT. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1997). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 25, 1999

Circumstances of loss

20.9.76 SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH DUTCH MV 'STEENKERK'. 6 CREW RESCUED, 1 MISSIING. (LL, 20.9.76).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the YOUNICK wreck located?

The YOUNICK wreck is located at coordinates 49 25.94 N,3 38.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the YOUNICK?

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

When did the YOUNICK sink?

The YOUNICK sank on Sep 19, 1976.

When was the wreck of the YOUNICK discovered?

The wreck of the YOUNICK was discovered in 1976.

What country did the YOUNICK belong to?

The YOUNICK belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the YOUNICK?

The YOUNICK is classified as a trawler.