Ceres Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ceres Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 4 N,20 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.066667
  • Longitude: 20.166667
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CERES
Type carrier
Flag FI
Length 75.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1347
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 10, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.10.73 12.10.73 SANK IN PA 620400N, 201000E. (LL 214). NCA. 2.12.08 2.12.08 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 2, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1952 BY VLIET & CO, HARDINXVELT. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FINSKA ANGFARTYGS A/B. PASSAGE KEMI FOR ROSTOCK. SANK DURING A GALE AFTER DECK CARGO SHIFTED. 18 MEN RECOVERED, 1 MISSING. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CERES wreck located?

The CERES wreck is located at coordinates 62 4 N,20 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CERES?

The seabed around the CERES lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the CERES sink?

The CERES sank on Oct 10, 1973.

When was the wreck of the CERES discovered?

The wreck of the CERES was discovered in 1973.

What country did the CERES belong to?

The CERES belonged to FI.

What cargo was the CERES carrying?

The CERES was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CERES?

The CERES had a tonnage of 1347 tons.

What type of wreck is the CERES?

The CERES is classified as a carrier.

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