Akenside Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Akenside Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 6.97 N,4 36.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.116167
  • Longitude: 4.615000
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AKENSIDE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2694
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 22, 1939
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.12.77 VESSEL SUNK BY U-BOAT IN 600600N, 043300E APPROX ON 23.9.39. (LLOYDS LIST). NCA 12.12.77 VESSEL SUNK IN EITHER [A] 591000N, 045000E; OR [B] 600700N, 043700E [LATTER ACCEPTED BY ADMIRALTY] ON 22.9.39. (WW2SL, LL WW2). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 28, 2020

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BLYTH FOR BERGEN. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE OFF NORWEGIAN COAST. (WW2SL, LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the AKENSIDE wreck located?

The AKENSIDE wreck is located at coordinates 60 6.97 N,4 36.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AKENSIDE?

The seabed around the AKENSIDE lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the AKENSIDE sink?

The AKENSIDE sank on Sep 22, 1939.

When was the wreck of the AKENSIDE discovered?

The wreck of the AKENSIDE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the AKENSIDE belong to?

The AKENSIDE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AKENSIDE carrying?

The AKENSIDE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the AKENSIDE?

The AKENSIDE had a tonnage of 2694 tons.

What type of wreck is the AKENSIDE?

The AKENSIDE is classified as a steam ship.

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