Bekima Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bekima Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 19.96 N,4 9.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.332667
  • Longitude: 4.165333
Wreck Depth 37 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEKIMA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Draught 1.8
Tonnage 33
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 5, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3150/69 12.7.76 SANK IN 542000N, 041000E, APPROX. (LL 6.7.76). INS AS USCPA 20FMS. BR STD. H4830/74 13.8.76 DETAILS REPEATED. (NETH NM 2216(P)/76). NCA. H3966/76 22.12.77 NETH NM 2216(P)/76 CANCELLED. (NETH NM 3678/77). H1271/73 17.1.78 AMEND TO NDW. - NM 223/78. H3498/88 2.8.88 TO BE EXPUNGED. (NETH NM 367/88). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 26, 2005

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER FISH ROOM FILLED WITH WATER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 19.96 N,4 9.92 E
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FAQ

Where is the BEKIMA wreck located?

The BEKIMA wreck is located at coordinates 54 19.96 N,4 9.92 E.

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

The BEKIMA lies at a depth of about 37 meters and is located at coordinates 54 19.96 N,4 9.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BEKIMA?

The seabed around the BEKIMA lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the BEKIMA sink?

The BEKIMA sank on Jul 5, 1976.

When was the wreck of the BEKIMA discovered?

The wreck of the BEKIMA was discovered in 1976.

What country did the BEKIMA belong to?

The BEKIMA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BEKIMA?

The BEKIMA had a tonnage of 33 tons.

What type of wreck is the BEKIMA?

The BEKIMA is classified as a trawler.