Fides Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Fides Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 0.042 N,8 26.359 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.000700
  • Longitude: 8.439317
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always dry
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FIDES
Flag IT
Tonnage 7182
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 20, 1962
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1962
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H1113/62 21.3.62 ST IN 540009N, 082624E [EUR]. (HAMBURG NM 478(T)/62 & 604/62) - NM 555/62. 10.3.82 SHOWN AS ST (CONSPIC) ON W GERMAN 44. NE 1875. 8.9.15 SHOWN AS ST
Last Amended Date Apr 2, 5400

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL GROUNDED IN GALE & LATER BROKE IN TWO. (LLOYDS)

General Comments

MASTS

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FAQ

Where is the FIDES wreck located?

The FIDES wreck is located at coordinates 54 0.042 N,8 26.359 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FIDES?

The seabed around the FIDES lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the FIDES sink?

The FIDES sank on Jan 20, 1962.

When was the wreck of the FIDES discovered?

The wreck of the FIDES was discovered in 1962.

What country did the FIDES belong to?

The FIDES belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the FIDES?

The FIDES had a tonnage of 7182 tons.

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