Rema Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rema Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 41.951 N,0 8.856 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.699183
  • Longitude: -0.147600
Wreck Depth 44 m
Water Depth 63 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REMA
Type carrier
Flag HN
Length 62.8 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 748
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 25, 1998
Original Detection Year 1998
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Apr 30, 1998

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck REMA is located in the North Sea off the coast of North East England at coordinates 54 41.951 N, 0 8.856 W. This submerged obstruction sits in a general water depth of 63 meters. Survey data indicates the least depth over the wreck is 47.1 meters, with the site swept clear to 44.6 meters and foul at 50.4 meters. The wreck position was confirmed via GPS, and historical survey records (HH242/610/09) note the obstruction as a known navigational hazard in the region.

Surveying Details

HH242/610/09 30.4.98 LOCATED IN 544156.5N, 000845W [OGB] USING GPS. SWEPT CLEAR 44.6, FOUL 50.4MTRS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 47.1 IN GEN DEPTH 63MTRS. (TH TLX DTD 27.4.98). - NM 2150/98.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1976. SANK IN GOOD WEATHER CONDITIONS. OF CREW OF FIVE, BELIEVED ONE MISSING. PASSAGE BERWICK FOR THE NETHERLANDS.

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FAQ

Where is the REMA wreck located?

The REMA wreck is located at coordinates 54 41.951 N,0 8.856 W.

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

The REMA lies at a depth of about 44 meters and is located at coordinates 54 41.951 N,0 8.856 W.

How deep is the seabed around the REMA?

The seabed around the REMA lies at approximately 63 meters deep.

When did the REMA sink?

The REMA sank on Apr 25, 1998.

When was the wreck of the REMA discovered?

The wreck of the REMA was discovered in 1998.

What country did the REMA belong to?

The REMA belonged to HN.

What cargo was the REMA carrying?

The REMA was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the REMA?

The REMA had a tonnage of 748 tons.

What type of wreck is the REMA?

The REMA is classified as a carrier.

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