Progress Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Progress Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 32.267 N,12 39.7 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.537783
  • Longitude: 12.661667
Wreck Depth 9.3 m
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name PROGRESS
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Tonnage 244
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 23, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck PROGRESS is located at coordinates 55 32.267 N, 12 39.7 E in the waters near the Drogdens light in Denmark. Originally sunk as a Danish war loss in 1945, the wreck had a historical least depth of 9 to 9.3 meters and was partially blown up according to Danish wreck records. Recent hydrographic surveys from the UK Hydrographic Office indicate the wreck is now removed or dead and no longer shown on modern Danish charts.

Surveying Details

SANK 1.5M WSW OF DROGDENS LT. (DANISH WAR LOSSES). H2628/45 7.6.45 WK 9MTRS IN 553216N, 123954E. (ADMIRALTY). - NM 1541/45. 19.7.68 WK 9MTRS SHOWN IN 553216N, 123945E [EUR] ON DANISH CHARTS. 7.2.72 POSN 553215N, 121400E. BLOWN UP. (DANISH WK RECORDS NO.532214) 28.9.90 NOW SHOWN IN 553217N, 123945E [EUR] ON DANISH 133 [AUG'89]. - NE 790. HH333/660/01 14.4.93 LEAST DEPTH NOW 9.3MTRS IN 553216N, 123943E. (DANISH NM 486/93). - BR STD. SEP 2015/000312367 13,1,16 NOT SHOWN ON DANISH 132 [ED 23 CORR TO 18/12/15].AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION WHILE ON PASSAGE COPENHAVEN TO STROBY. (DANISH WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the PROGRESS wreck located?

The PROGRESS wreck is located at coordinates 55 32.267 N,12 39.7 E.

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

The PROGRESS lies at a depth of about 9.3 meters and is located at coordinates 55 32.267 N,12 39.7 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PROGRESS?

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

When did the PROGRESS sink?

The PROGRESS sank on Apr 23, 1940.

When was the wreck of the PROGRESS discovered?

The wreck of the PROGRESS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the PROGRESS belong to?

The PROGRESS belonged to DK.

What cargo was the PROGRESS carrying?

The PROGRESS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the PROGRESS?

The PROGRESS had a tonnage of 244 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROGRESS?

The PROGRESS is classified as a steam ship.

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