Birgo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Birgo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 18 N,5 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.300000
  • Longitude: 5.750000
Water Depth 622 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BIRGO
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 296
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 18, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.7.78 SANK ABOUT 1M NW OF NORHEIMSOY IN 700MTRS. (LL, 18.7.78) POSN 591800N, 054500E FOR FILING ONLY. 13.11.78 VESSEL CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS & WILL NOT BE SALVED. (LL, 11.11.78) SEP 2015/000278428 6.1.16 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 17 [NOV 2015, COR TO 15.11.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SPRANG A LEAK & SANK ABOUT 1M NW OF NORHEIMSOY, NEDSTRANDSFJORDEN, WHILST ON PASSAGE SAUDA TO DUISBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KRAN & BATSERVICE A/S, KRISTIANSAND S., OWNER CONFESSED TO HAVING SUNK VESSEL BY BURNING A HOLE IN THE HULL, TO COLLECT INSURANCE MONEY. (LLOYDS VOLS.233, 241)

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FAQ

Where is the BIRGO wreck located?

The BIRGO wreck is located at coordinates 59 18 N,5 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BIRGO?

The seabed around the BIRGO lies at approximately 622 meters deep.

When did the BIRGO sink?

The BIRGO sank on Jul 18, 1978.

When was the wreck of the BIRGO discovered?

The wreck of the BIRGO was discovered in 1978.

What country did the BIRGO belong to?

The BIRGO belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BIRGO carrying?

The BIRGO was carrying metal: concentrate and products,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the BIRGO?

The BIRGO had a tonnage of 296 tons.

What type of wreck is the BIRGO?

The BIRGO is classified as a motor vessel.

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