Svanholm Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Svanholm Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 16 N,2 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.266667
  • Longitude: 2.416667
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SVANHOLM
Type carrier
Flag DK
Tonnage 1400
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo construction materials,timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 601600N, 022500E. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2020

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL TORPEODED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. BUILT IN 1905 BY L.H. CARL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WOOD, SKINNER & CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES. PASSAGE FROM GOTHENBERG FOR THE TYNE. (DODS, LL WWI).

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FAQ

Where is the SVANHOLM wreck located?

The SVANHOLM wreck is located at coordinates 60 16 N,2 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SVANHOLM?

The seabed around the SVANHOLM lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the SVANHOLM sink?

The SVANHOLM sank on Aug 16, 1917.

When was the wreck of the SVANHOLM discovered?

The wreck of the SVANHOLM was discovered in 1917.

What country did the SVANHOLM belong to?

The SVANHOLM belonged to DK.

What cargo was the SVANHOLM carrying?

The SVANHOLM was carrying construction materials,timber.

What was the tonnage of the SVANHOLM?

The SVANHOLM had a tonnage of 1400 tons.

What type of wreck is the SVANHOLM?

The SVANHOLM is classified as a carrier.

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