Leise Maersk (1921)

History
NameLeise Maersk
OperatorMaersk Line (1921 to 1939) United Kingdom (1940)
RouteUS East Coast–Japan
BuilderOdense Steel Shipyard
Launched12 February 1921
Christened
CompletedAugust 1921
IdentificationCall sign: NCWP
FateSunk on 23 November 1940
General characteristics
TypeCargo ship
Tonnage
Length302.2 ft (92.1 m)
Beam44.2 ft (13.5 m)
Draught26.2 ft (8.0 m)
Installed power1,500 hp (1,100 kW)

Leise Maersk was a diesel-powered cargo ship, which made the first voyage for the Maersk Line.