Obo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Obo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 14.802 N,8 28.413 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.246700
  • Longitude: 8.473550
Wreck Depth 16 m
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name OBO
Type motor vessel
Tonnage 2102
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 4, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 6, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The OBO shipwreck is located in the North Sea off the coast of Hanstholm, Denmark, at coordinates 57 14.802 N, 8 28.413 E. Originally identified following a sinking event in 1972, this underwater obstruction sits at an approximate depth of 16 meters. Historical surveying data indicates the site is a well-documented wreck site situated northwest of the Hanstholm coastline. The wreck remains a significant navigational hazard in the region, with depths consistently recorded at 16 meters over several decades of hydrographic monitoring. Detailed records from the UK Hydrographic Office and Danish nautical charts confirm the wreck position within the North Sea waters near the 57 14.802 N, 8 28.413 E coordinates.

Surveying Details

14.9.72 SANK 8 MILES NW OF HANSTHOLM IN POSN 571408N, 082805E. (LL 209). NAVEAM 421/72. H2078/72 28.9.72 WK LIES IN POSN 571448N, 082830E [EUR] IN APPROX 24MTRS. (COPENHAGEN NM 1153(T)/72). - NM 1861(T)/72. H2078/72 9.2.73 NOW WK 16MTRS. (COPENHAGEN NM 1492(T)/72). NAVEAM 008/73. H2078/72 6.3.74 SHOWN AS WK 16MTRS IN 571440N, 082840E [EUR] ON DANISH 93 [1973 EDN]. 1.8.88 WK 16.0MTRS SHOWN ON DANISH 92 [1980].

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1936. HAD BEEN SOLD BY BURMEISTER & WAIN TO POUL CHRISTENSEN OF NASKOV, THEN RESOLD TO A SHIPBREAKING COMPANY IN THE NETHERLANDS. SANK WHILST UNDER TOW OF TUG MICHEL PETERSEN EN-ROUTE TO BREAKERS. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the OBO wreck located?

The OBO wreck is located at coordinates 57 14.802 N,8 28.413 E.

How deep is the OBO and where exactly is it located?

The OBO lies at a depth of about 16 meters and is located at coordinates 57 14.802 N,8 28.413 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OBO?

The seabed around the OBO lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the OBO sink?

The OBO sank on Sep 4, 1972.

When was the wreck of the OBO discovered?

The wreck of the OBO was discovered in 1972.

What was the tonnage of the OBO?

The OBO had a tonnage of 2102 tons.

What type of wreck is the OBO?

The OBO is classified as a motor vessel.

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