Naros Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Naros Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 8.302 N,4 12.337 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.138367
  • Longitude: 4.205617
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAROS
Type motor vessel
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 29, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H3966/76 24.12.81 SANK IN 520806N, 041418E [EUR]. MARKED BY W CARD, Q(9)15S, AND E CARD, Q(3)10S. (HYDRNLNAVY, TELEX 1.12.81). INS AS DW WITH W AND E CARD BUOYS. - NM 97/82. H3966/76 25.1.82 REPEAT OF INFO IN NETHERLANDS NM 4310(P)/81. NCA. H3966/76 28.1.82 RAISED BY 'SMIT TAK' FLOATING CRANES AND TAKEN TO EUROPORT ON 17.1.82. (LL, 25.1.82). - NM 373/82.
Last Amended Date Jun 10, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE KALMAR, SWEDEN, FOR SHOREHAM. SANK IN GALE FORCE WIND. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NAROS wreck located?

The NAROS wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.302 N,4 12.337 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAROS?

The seabed around the NAROS lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the NAROS sink?

The NAROS sank on Nov 29, 1981.

When was the wreck of the NAROS discovered?

The wreck of the NAROS was discovered in 1981.

What cargo was the NAROS carrying?

The NAROS was carrying metal: concentrate and products,wood: unprocessed and products.

What type of wreck is the NAROS?

The NAROS is classified as a motor vessel.