Bremer Westen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bremer westen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 15 N,15 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.250000
  • Longitude: 15.500000
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name BREMER WESTEN
Type motor vessel
Length 83.2 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 997
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 27, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.7.75 REPORTED SUNK IN OPEN SEA IN 551500N, 153000E APPROX. (LL 31.7.75). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 18.3.08 AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE [67843].
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1962 BY FR LURSSEN, BREMEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BRUNO BISCHOFF REEDEREI. PASSAGE BREMEN FOR KLAIPEDA. SANK IN THE BALTIC SEA OFF BORNHOLM AFTER DEVELOPING A LIST IN HEAVY WEATHER. SIX MEN LOST, SEVEN SAVED. (MSD).

General Comments

SEE [67843]

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 15 N,15 30 E
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FAQ

Where is the BREMER WESTEN wreck located?

The BREMER WESTEN wreck is located at coordinates 55 15 N,15 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BREMER WESTEN?

The seabed around the BREMER WESTEN lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the BREMER WESTEN sink?

The BREMER WESTEN sank on Jul 27, 1975.

When was the wreck of the BREMER WESTEN discovered?

The wreck of the BREMER WESTEN was discovered in 1975.

What cargo was the BREMER WESTEN carrying?

The BREMER WESTEN was carrying general and mixed goods,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the BREMER WESTEN?

The BREMER WESTEN had a tonnage of 997 tons.

What type of wreck is the BREMER WESTEN?

The BREMER WESTEN is classified as a motor vessel.

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