Halstenbek Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Halstenbek Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 31 N,14 58 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.516667
  • Longitude: 14.966667
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HALSTENBEK
Type carrier
Flag BZ
Length 57.9 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 564
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH165/410/01 28.11.96 SANK 25 MILES NE OF ODER BANK IN 543100N, 145800E. (LL 23.11.96). NCA YET. 8.2.08 NOT SHOWN ON GERMAN 151 [OCT 1997 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2017

Circumstances of loss

EX HELGA MATTHIESEN '75. BUILT 1960, BY SCHIFFSWERFT HUGO PETERS, WEWELSFLETH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HALSTENBECK SHIPPING. PASSAGE ECKERNFORDE FOR DARLOWO. SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER. FOUR RESCUED, ONE MISSING. (MARITIME CASUALTIES 63-96).

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FAQ

Where is the HALSTENBEK wreck located?

The HALSTENBEK wreck is located at coordinates 54 31 N,14 58 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HALSTENBEK?

The seabed around the HALSTENBEK lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the HALSTENBEK sink?

The HALSTENBEK sank on Nov 22, 1996.

When was the wreck of the HALSTENBEK discovered?

The wreck of the HALSTENBEK was discovered in 1996.

What country did the HALSTENBEK belong to?

The HALSTENBEK belonged to BZ.

What cargo was the HALSTENBEK carrying?

The HALSTENBEK was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the HALSTENBEK?

The HALSTENBEK had a tonnage of 564 tons.

What type of wreck is the HALSTENBEK?

The HALSTENBEK is classified as a carrier.

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