Penze Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Penze Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 53 N,9 24.75 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.883333
  • Longitude: -9.412500
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PENZE
Flag FR
Tonnage 5438
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 21, 1957
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5259/57 3.10.57 H5259/57 3.10.57 WK IN 425100N, 093000W APPROX. (LLOYDS). R/S. 29.12.61 29.12.61 NOT SHOWN ON LC 1752, OUTSIDE 100FM CONTOUR. H5301/55 11.1.62 H5301/55 11.1.62 NDW IN 425300N, 092445W APPROX. (CADIZ NM 2/18/58). H5301/55 10.5.78 H5301/55 10.5.78 NO LONGER EXISTS. (CADIZ NM 16/530/78). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 53 N,9 24.75 W
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FAQ

Where is the PENZE wreck located?

The PENZE wreck is located at coordinates 42 53 N,9 24.75 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PENZE?

The seabed around the PENZE lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When did the PENZE sink?

The PENZE sank on Sep 21, 1957.

When was the wreck of the PENZE discovered?

The wreck of the PENZE was discovered in 1957.

What country did the PENZE belong to?

The PENZE belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the PENZE?

The PENZE had a tonnage of 5438 tons.