Bugsier 27 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Bugsier 27 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 51.15 N,8 57.333 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.852500
  • Longitude: 8.955550
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUGSIER 27
Type tug
Length 97 m
Width 28 m
Draught 11
Tonnage 209
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 23, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.5.73 SANK IN 535109N, 085720E, NEAR BUOY NO 22, NEUFELD ROADS IN RIVER ELBE. (LL 212). FOR FILING ONLY. 28.5.73 RAISED 27.5.73 & TOWED TO HAMBURG FOR REPAIR. (LL 212). AMEND TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 15, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN THICK FOG AFTER A COLLISON WITH THE BELGIAN LIGHTER NIEUWPOORT WHICH SHE WAS TOWING AT THE TIME. 3 MEN LOST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BUGSIER 27 wreck located?

The BUGSIER 27 wreck is located at coordinates 53 51.15 N,8 57.333 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BUGSIER 27?

The seabed around the BUGSIER 27 lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the BUGSIER 27 sink?

The BUGSIER 27 sank on May 23, 1973.

When was the wreck of the BUGSIER 27 discovered?

The wreck of the BUGSIER 27 was discovered in 1973.

What was the tonnage of the BUGSIER 27?

The BUGSIER 27 had a tonnage of 209 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUGSIER 27?

The BUGSIER 27 is classified as a tug.

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