Alex Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Alex Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 12.82 N,8 40.318 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.213667
  • Longitude: 8.671967
Wreck Depth 24.5 m
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name ALEX
Type fishing vessel
Flag DK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 9, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 6, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ALEX is located in the North Sea at coordinates 57 12.82 N, 8 40.318 E. This underwater obstruction, which resulted from a maritime collision, rests at a least depth of 24.5 meters. The wreck site, identified through historical hydrographic surveys, has been confirmed at this North Sea position with a recorded least echo sounder depth of 24.5 meters.

Surveying Details

HH330/350/01 29.11.90 COLLISION TOOK PLACE IN 571301N, 084053E. VESSEL SANK SHORTLY AFTER. (LL 12 & 13.11.90). NCA YET. HH161/350/01 6.12.90 POSN CONFIRMED. LEAST DEPTH OVER WK REPORTED AS 24.6MTRS. (DANISH NM 1671(P)/90). NCA YET. HH161/350/01 31.7.91 LOCATED IN 571251N, 084024.5E [EUR]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 24.5MTRS. (DANISH NM 860/91). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH SWEDISH M CHEMICAL TANKER MIRO.

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FAQ

Where is the ALEX wreck located?

The ALEX wreck is located at coordinates 57 12.82 N,8 40.318 E.

How deep is the ALEX and where exactly is it located?

The ALEX lies at a depth of about 24.5 meters and is located at coordinates 57 12.82 N,8 40.318 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEX?

The seabed around the ALEX lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the ALEX sink?

The ALEX sank on Nov 9, 1990.

When was the wreck of the ALEX discovered?

The wreck of the ALEX was discovered in 1990.

What country did the ALEX belong to?

The ALEX belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the ALEX?

The ALEX is classified as a fishing vessel.

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