Norma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Norma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 24.5 N,4 52.6 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.408333
  • Longitude: 4.876667
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORMA
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 352
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 14, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.2.73 21.2.73 SANK NEAR MERCURIUSHAVEN IN NOORD ZEE KANAL. LEAST DEPTH 15MTRS AND BUOYED. (LL, 27.2.73). POSN 522430N, 045236E [EUR] FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 7.2.06 7.2.06 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS 124 [INT 1471] [3RD EDN, DEC '05, CO-PRODUCTION]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 2006

Circumstances of loss

27.2.73 SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH GUERNSEY REGISTERED 'PORTELET'. ONE WOMAN INJURED AND A CHILD MISSING, PROBABLY DROWNED. THREE OF FOUR OCCUPANTS RESCUED BY A TUG. (LL, 27.2.73).

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FAQ

Where is the NORMA wreck located?

The NORMA wreck is located at coordinates 52 24.5 N,4 52.6 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NORMA?

The seabed around the NORMA lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the NORMA sink?

The NORMA sank on Feb 14, 1973.

When was the wreck of the NORMA discovered?

The wreck of the NORMA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the NORMA belong to?

The NORMA belonged to NL.

What cargo was the NORMA carrying?

The NORMA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the NORMA?

The NORMA had a tonnage of 352 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORMA?

The NORMA is classified as a motor vessel.

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