Alstern Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alstern Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 4.96 N,1 49.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.082667
  • Longitude: 1.831833
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALSTERN
Type motor vessel
Flag SE
Length 86 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2285
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3227/78 28.2.79 H3227/78 28.2.79 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 150M E OF FIRTH OF FORTH. (LL, 28.12.78). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1971. SANK DURING VERY HEAVY WEATHER APPROX 150M E OF FIRTH OF FORTH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY O F AHLMARK & CO. SHE WAS EN-ROUTE GRUVON, LAKE VENER TO R TYNE.

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FAQ

Where is the ALSTERN wreck located?

The ALSTERN wreck is located at coordinates 56 4.96 N,1 49.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALSTERN?

The seabed around the ALSTERN lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the ALSTERN sink?

The ALSTERN sank on Dec 24, 1978.

When was the wreck of the ALSTERN discovered?

The wreck of the ALSTERN was discovered in 1978.

What country did the ALSTERN belong to?

The ALSTERN belonged to SE.

What cargo was the ALSTERN carrying?

The ALSTERN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ALSTERN?

The ALSTERN had a tonnage of 2285 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALSTERN?

The ALSTERN is classified as a motor vessel.

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