Vega Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vega Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 25.533 N,26 57.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.425550
  • Longitude: 26.954167
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name VEGA
Type steam ship
Flag FI
Tonnage 995
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 22, 1955
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 1960
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 26, 2010

Surveying Details

H391/54 15.11.55 SS VEGA SUNK IN 602532N, 265710E. MASTS & FUNNEL SHOWING FL.G LIGHT ON FOREMAST. (LLOYDS LIST & HELSINKI NM'S 564 & 583/55) LIES CLEAR OF CHANNEL. NCA YET. H1632/57 24.6.57 SHOWN AS ST, WITH GPFL(2)G LT IN 602532N, 265812E ON FINNISH 138. - NM 1266/57. 17.7.58 LT NO LONGER SHOWN ON WRECK IN 602532N, 265715E [GRADUATION SHIFT] ON FINNISH 14. NC 503 & - NM 1904/58. H391/54 27.10.60 DELETE. (HELSINKI NM 376/60) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 2569/60.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 60 25.533 N,26 57.25 E
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FAQ

Where is the VEGA wreck located?

The VEGA wreck is located at coordinates 60 25.533 N,26 57.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VEGA?

The seabed around the VEGA lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the VEGA sink?

The VEGA sank on Sep 22, 1955.

When was the wreck of the VEGA discovered?

The wreck of the VEGA was discovered in 1955.

What country did the VEGA belong to?

The VEGA belonged to FI.

What was the tonnage of the VEGA?

The VEGA had a tonnage of 995 tons.

What type of wreck is the VEGA?

The VEGA is classified as a steam ship.

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