Aspo (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Aspo (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 57.243 N,4 6.083 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.954050
  • Longitude: 4.101383
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ASPO (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 71.9 m
Width 11.6 m
Tonnage 1331
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1953
Original Detection Year 1953
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details REPD IN DISTRESS IN 555700N, 040000E APPROX. NCA. 28.10.75 OBSTN SHOWN IN 555717N, 040611E ON KINGFISHER KE 156-2D [1974 EDN]. NCA. SEP 2016/000072600 13.4.16 NOT SHOWN ON DENMARK 93. [ED 8, CORR TO 26/02/16]. AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY KOCKUMS M/C A/B. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERI A/B REX. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR OSKARSHAMM. REPORTED BY RADIO TO BE INDISTRESS BUT NOTHING FURTHER HEARD. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ASPO (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ASPO (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 57.243 N,4 6.083 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ASPO (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ASPO (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the ASPO (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ASPO (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 1, 1953.

When was the wreck of the ASPO (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ASPO (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1953.

What country did the ASPO (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ASPO (POSSIBLY) belonged to SE.

What cargo was the ASPO (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ASPO (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ASPO (POSSIBLY)?

The ASPO (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1331 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASPO (POSSIBLY)?

The ASPO (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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