Oslo Vi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Oslo vi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 52.57 N,10 43.42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.876167
  • Longitude: 10.723667
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OSLO VI
Type ferry
Flag NO
Length 18.3 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1989
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 2, 2016

Surveying Details

HH308/350/01 17.7.89 SANK WITHIN 200MTRS FROM THE ISLAND OF LANGOY. POSSIBLY A TOTAL LOSS. (LL 277). POSN 595236N, 104330E FOR FILING ONLY. HH308/350/01 17.8.89 DOES NOT BLOCK TRAFFIC AND CAUSING NO POLLUTION. WILL BE LEFT 'AS LIES'. (LL 277). NCA. SEP 2016/000151224 2.10.16 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 401. (DTD 18.9.15). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE OSLO FOR ISLANDS OF LANGOY. CAPSIZED AND SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH W GERMAN MV ACHAT. 1 LIFE LOST. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 59 52.57 N,10 43.42 E
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FAQ

Where is the OSLO VI wreck located?

The OSLO VI wreck is located at coordinates 59 52.57 N,10 43.42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OSLO VI?

The seabed around the OSLO VI lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the OSLO VI sink?

The OSLO VI sank on Jul 3, 1989.

When was the wreck of the OSLO VI discovered?

The wreck of the OSLO VI was discovered in 1989.

What country did the OSLO VI belong to?

The OSLO VI belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the OSLO VI?

The OSLO VI is classified as a ferry.

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