Blana Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Blana Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 50.96 N,5 52.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.849333
  • Longitude: 5.881833
Water Depth 225 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLANA
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 44.5 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 300
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 17, 1965
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1965
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6770/56 28.3.69 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 234DEGS, 27M APPROX FROM LISTA LT.HO. (LLOYDS APR'65) NCA, POSN 575100N, 055300E FOR FILING ONLY, PLOTS IN OVER 200MTRS. 27.10.76 NOT SHOWN ON GERMAN 82 [1971 EDN]. 8.3.05 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 306 [REPRINT 6/02].
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2017
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FAQ

Where is the BLANA wreck located?

The BLANA wreck is located at coordinates 57 50.96 N,5 52.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BLANA?

The seabed around the BLANA lies at approximately 225 meters deep.

When did the BLANA sink?

The BLANA sank on Apr 17, 1965.

When was the wreck of the BLANA discovered?

The wreck of the BLANA was discovered in 1965.

What country did the BLANA belong to?

The BLANA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BLANA carrying?

The BLANA was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the BLANA?

The BLANA had a tonnage of 300 tons.

What type of wreck is the BLANA?

The BLANA is classified as a motor vessel.

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