Heminge Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Heminge Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 26 N,18 33 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.433333
  • Longitude: -18.550000
Water Depth 2450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HEMINGE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 92.4 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2800
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 30, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 532600N, 183300W. (LLOYDS & O.U. 6353/40). 12.8.87 12.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 2450MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR TENERIFFE. TORPEDOED BY U-37. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the HEMINGE wreck located?

The HEMINGE wreck is located at coordinates 53 26 N,18 33 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HEMINGE?

The seabed around the HEMINGE lies at approximately 2450 meters deep.

When did the HEMINGE sink?

The HEMINGE sank on Sep 30, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HEMINGE discovered?

The wreck of the HEMINGE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HEMINGE belong to?

The HEMINGE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HEMINGE?

The HEMINGE had a tonnage of 2800 tons.

What type of wreck is the HEMINGE?

The HEMINGE is classified as a steam ship.