Sundaberg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sundaberg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 19 N,41 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.316667
  • Longitude: -41.800000
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUNDABERG
Type trawler
Length 58.2 m
Width 9 m
Draught 5.1
Tonnage 623
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt,fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 7, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.5.72 16.5.72 WRECK IN 501900N, 414800W, 375M ENE OF ST JOHNS, NEWFOUNDLAND. (LL VOL.208 & LLOYDS CASUALTY RETURNS, MAY 1972). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SPRUNG A LEAK IN A FORCE 7 GALE AND SANK OFF NEW FOUNDLAND. ALL 38 CREW SAFELY RESCUED. SANK WITH �100,000 WORTH OF FISH ON BOARD. (LL VOL.208)

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FAQ

Where is the SUNDABERG wreck located?

The SUNDABERG wreck is located at coordinates 50 19 N,41 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUNDABERG?

The seabed around the SUNDABERG lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the SUNDABERG sink?

The SUNDABERG sank on May 7, 1972.

When was the wreck of the SUNDABERG discovered?

The wreck of the SUNDABERG was discovered in 1972.

What cargo was the SUNDABERG carrying?

The SUNDABERG was carrying salt,fish.

What was the tonnage of the SUNDABERG?

The SUNDABERG had a tonnage of 623 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUNDABERG?

The SUNDABERG is classified as a trawler.

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