Fortunen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fortunen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 4 N,11 13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.066667
  • Longitude: 11.216667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name FORTUNEN
Type merchant vessel
Flag DK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 18, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 4.2.72 SUNK IN POSN DOUBTFUL 560400N, 111300E. (DANISH WK RECORDS NO.604113B) NCA, NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. SEP 2016/000132285 30.8.16 NOT SHOWN ON DANISH 102 (EDN 13, COR TO 27.5.16). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 30, 2016
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FAQ

Where is the FORTUNEN wreck located?

The FORTUNEN wreck is located at coordinates 56 4 N,11 13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FORTUNEN?

The seabed around the FORTUNEN lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the FORTUNEN sink?

The FORTUNEN sank on Dec 18, 1943.

When was the wreck of the FORTUNEN discovered?

The wreck of the FORTUNEN was discovered in 1943.

What country did the FORTUNEN belong to?

The FORTUNEN belonged to DK.

What type of wreck is the FORTUNEN?

The FORTUNEN is classified as a merchant vessel.

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