Virgo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Virgo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 20 N,13 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.333333
  • Longitude: 13.166667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name VIRGO
Type fishing vessel
Flag SE
Length 39.4 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 300
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.2.74 SANK IN 552000N, 131000E APPROX. (LLOYDS 215). FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2015/000312367 14.1.16 NOT SHOWN ON SE4DHWHE. [ED 50.2, DTD 11.12.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH M FERRY GOTALAND. WAS TOWED TO THE EASTERN SIDE OF THE ENTRANCE CHANNEL TO TRELLEBORG. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the VIRGO wreck located?

The VIRGO wreck is located at coordinates 55 20 N,13 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIRGO?

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

When did the VIRGO sink?

The VIRGO sank on Feb 1, 1974.

When was the wreck of the VIRGO discovered?

The wreck of the VIRGO was discovered in 1974.

What country did the VIRGO belong to?

The VIRGO belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the VIRGO?

The VIRGO had a tonnage of 300 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIRGO?

The VIRGO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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