Cedarbank Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cedarbank Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 49 N,4 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.816667
  • Longitude: 4.166667
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CEDARBANK
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 128 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 5159
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the merchant ship Cedarbank is located in the Norwegian Sea off the west coast of Norway at coordinates 62.49 N, 4.10 E. This underwater obstruction, historically identified as the Cedarbank, is documented in UK Hydrographic Office records dating back to a sinking incident reported on December 22, 1977. While historical military records suggest conflicting search coordinates, the primary charted position for this shipwreck remains 62.49 N, 4.10 E. As an underwater hazard, the site is monitored for maritime safety. Please note that historical records, including those from World War II era submarine archives, previously referenced potential secondary locations, but these are noted for filing purposes only and are not currently recognized as the primary site for the Cedarbank wreck.

Surveying Details

22.12.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 624900N, 041000E. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES & LL WW2). LL ALSO GIVES POSN AS 625400N, 043600E. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1924. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BANK LINE. PASSAGE LEITH FOR AALESUND. ATTACKED BY GERMAN BOMBERS & SUNK. (DODS). TORPEDOED BY U-26. (WW2SL, LL WW2, BRITAIN'S SEA WAR & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the CEDARBANK wreck located?

The CEDARBANK wreck is located at coordinates 62 49 N,4 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CEDARBANK?

The seabed around the CEDARBANK lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the CEDARBANK sink?

The CEDARBANK sank on Apr 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CEDARBANK discovered?

The wreck of the CEDARBANK was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CEDARBANK belong to?

The CEDARBANK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CEDARBANK carrying?

The CEDARBANK was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CEDARBANK?

The CEDARBANK had a tonnage of 5159 tons.

What type of wreck is the CEDARBANK?

The CEDARBANK is classified as a motor vessel.

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