Rego Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rego Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 12.522 N,1 2.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.208700
  • Longitude: 1.048200
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REGO
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 3.8.72 SUNK 40 MILES SE BY E OF SPURN POINT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 531230N, 010300E FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/593/01 21.12.93 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS UK LTD, HI 593). AMEND DEAD. NCA. RSDRA2022000040808 27.10.22 NOTHING SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2021. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1728). NFA.
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2022

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (LLWW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the REGO wreck located?

The REGO wreck is located at coordinates 53 12.522 N,1 2.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the REGO?

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

When did the REGO sink?

The REGO sank on Sep 24, 1916.

When was the wreck of the REGO discovered?

The wreck of the REGO was discovered in 1916.

What country did the REGO belong to?

The REGO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the REGO?

The REGO had a tonnage of 176 tons.

What type of wreck is the REGO?

The REGO is classified as a trawler.