Arendskerk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Arendskerk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 55 N,6 34 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.916667
  • Longitude: -6.566667
Water Depth 4750 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARENDSKERK
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 7906
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 15, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details VESSEL SUNK IN 445500N, 063400W APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, WHILST EN-ROUTE ROTTERDAM AND ANTWERP FOR DURBAN, WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-44 IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. CARGO INCLUDED: GALVANISED CORRUGATED SHEETS, NAILS, BRASS TUBES.

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FAQ

Where is the ARENDSKERK wreck located?

The ARENDSKERK wreck is located at coordinates 44 55 N,6 34 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARENDSKERK?

The seabed around the ARENDSKERK lies at approximately 4750 meters deep.

When did the ARENDSKERK sink?

The ARENDSKERK sank on Jan 15, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ARENDSKERK discovered?

The wreck of the ARENDSKERK was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ARENDSKERK belong to?

The ARENDSKERK belonged to NL.

What cargo was the ARENDSKERK carrying?

The ARENDSKERK was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ARENDSKERK?

The ARENDSKERK had a tonnage of 7906 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARENDSKERK?

The ARENDSKERK is classified as a motor vessel.

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