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Northern Voyager

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Northern Voyager sinking
(Soundings magazine)

 Northern Voyager wreck
name on hull
(John Mitchell photo)

The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.

Shipwreck Data

Vessel Name Northern Voyager
Other Names  
Vessel Type Fishing Factory Ship
Owner  
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 120' /  /
Tonnage 196 GT
Hull Construction Steel
Propulsion Diesel / Screw
Cargo  
Built 1981 at Panama City, FL (Eastern Marine)
Date of Loss November 2, 1997
Reason for Loss Foundered during sea trials after refit
Fatalities None
Location Off Gloucester, MA - 2.5 miles east of Eastern Point Light
Coordinates (Lat/Lon) 42-34.451 N / 070-36.295 W
Coordinates (Loran C)  
Water Depth (feet) 175'
Typical Visibility (feet) 20'
Wreck Condition Intact and upside down
Diving Considerations Strong current area
Other Information For more information, see
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