Vega Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vega Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 26 N,5 6 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.433333
  • Longitude: 5.100000
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VEGA
Flag SE
Tonnage 1300
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 20, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1955
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 20.12.39 WRECK IN 532600N, 050600E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 15.3.56 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS 205 [CORRECT TO 146/55]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 11, 2009

Circumstances of loss

MINED & STRANDED OFF TERSCHELLING. PASSAGE MO, SWEDEN FOR AMSTERDAM. ALL CREW SAVED. (LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the VEGA wreck located?

The VEGA wreck is located at coordinates 53 26 N,5 6 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VEGA?

The seabed around the VEGA lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the VEGA sink?

The VEGA sank on Dec 20, 1939.

When was the wreck of the VEGA discovered?

The wreck of the VEGA was discovered in 1939.

What country did the VEGA belong to?

The VEGA belonged to SE.

What cargo was the VEGA carrying?

The VEGA was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the VEGA?

The VEGA had a tonnage of 1300 tons.

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