Sigyn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sigyn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 10 N,9 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.166667
  • Longitude: -9.416667
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIGYN
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 2002
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details [ NO DATE] SUNK IN 561000N, 092500W. (LL WW2). NCA. FOR FILING FILE.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BATOUCHE FOR SUNDERLAND. TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE. CREW OF 23 RECOVERED. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the SIGYN wreck located?

The SIGYN wreck is located at coordinates 56 10 N,9 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIGYN?

The seabed around the SIGYN lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the SIGYN sink?

The SIGYN sank on Aug 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SIGYN discovered?

The wreck of the SIGYN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SIGYN belong to?

The SIGYN belonged to SE.

What cargo was the SIGYN carrying?

The SIGYN was carrying timber,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the SIGYN?

The SIGYN had a tonnage of 2002 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIGYN?

The SIGYN is classified as a steam ship.