Offen 7 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Offen 7 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 24.8 N,4 49.117 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.413333
  • Longitude: 4.818617
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OFFEN 7
Type lighter
Tonnage 1150
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 28.12.74 28.12.74 SANK IN WESTHAVEN, AMSTERDAM. (LL, 27.12.74). POSN 522448N, 044907E FOR FILING ONLY. 6.2.06 6.2.06 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS 124 [INT 1471] [3RD EDN, DEC '05, CO-PRODUCTION]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 10, 2010

Circumstances of loss

27.12.74 BUILT IN CZECHOSLOVAKIA IN 1972. BROKE IN TWO AND SANK IN WESTHAVEN, AMSTERDAM. CREW OF 4 RECOVERED. (LL, 27.12.74).

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FAQ

Where is the OFFEN 7 wreck located?

The OFFEN 7 wreck is located at coordinates 52 24.8 N,4 49.117 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OFFEN 7?

The seabed around the OFFEN 7 lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the OFFEN 7 sink?

The OFFEN 7 sank on Dec 7, 1974.

When was the wreck of the OFFEN 7 discovered?

The wreck of the OFFEN 7 was discovered in 1974.

What cargo was the OFFEN 7 carrying?

The OFFEN 7 was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the OFFEN 7?

The OFFEN 7 had a tonnage of 1150 tons.

What type of wreck is the OFFEN 7?

The OFFEN 7 is classified as a lighter.

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