Geir Peder Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Geir peder Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
70 48.982 N,30 56.793 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 70.816367
  • Longitude: 30.946550
Wreck Depth 251 m
Water Depth 278 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEIR PEDER
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 271
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1998
Original Detection Year 1998
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH306/440/02 23.2.98 SANK IN 704900N, 305700E APPROX. (LL, 17.2.98) PLOTS IN 295MTRS. NCA. HH309/500/02 27.2.98 REPORTED SUNK IN 704900N, 305700E [EUR]. (NORWAY NM 4/185(T)/98). NFA. 20.3.00 SHOWN AS NDW IN 7049.000N, 3057.000E, IN GEN DEPTH 278MTRS, ON NORWEGIAN 294 [DTD 3/99]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 4, 2025

Circumstances of loss

17.2.98 SANK IN A GALE. CREW OF 12 RESCUED. (LL, 17.2.98)

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FAQ

Where is the GEIR PEDER wreck located?

The GEIR PEDER wreck is located at coordinates 70 48.982 N,30 56.793 E.

How deep is the GEIR PEDER and where exactly is it located?

The GEIR PEDER lies at a depth of about 251 meters and is located at coordinates 70 48.982 N,30 56.793 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GEIR PEDER?

The seabed around the GEIR PEDER lies at approximately 278 meters deep.

When did the GEIR PEDER sink?

The GEIR PEDER sank on Feb 15, 1998.

When was the wreck of the GEIR PEDER discovered?

The wreck of the GEIR PEDER was discovered in 1998.

What country did the GEIR PEDER belong to?

The GEIR PEDER belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the GEIR PEDER?

The GEIR PEDER had a tonnage of 271 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEIR PEDER?

The GEIR PEDER is classified as a fishing vessel.