Empire Simba Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire simba Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 30 N,11 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.500000
  • Longitude: -11.000000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE SIMBA
Type steam ship
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 11, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01965/48 24.6.69 SCUTTLED IN POSN 553000N, 110000W. NO CHART ACTION. H4169/87 4.8.87 VESSEL SAILED 9.9.45 & SUNK IN POSN 553000N, 110000W. (D/NHB/9/7/1 LOOSE MINUTE DTD 29.6.87). PLOTS IN APPROX 2500 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED WITH CHEMICAL AMMUNITION CARGO.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 30 N,11 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE SIMBA wreck located?

The EMPIRE SIMBA wreck is located at coordinates 55 30 N,11 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE SIMBA?

The seabed around the EMPIRE SIMBA lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE SIMBA sink?

The EMPIRE SIMBA sank on Sep 11, 1945.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE SIMBA discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE SIMBA was discovered in 1945.

What cargo was the EMPIRE SIMBA carrying?

The EMPIRE SIMBA was carrying armament,chemicals.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE SIMBA?

The EMPIRE SIMBA is classified as a steam ship.