Agelos Michael Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Agelos michael Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 20 N,82 3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.333333
  • Longitude: 82.050000
Water Depth 4150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AGELOS MICHAEL
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 144.2 m
Width 18.3 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 8473
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 30, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.11.71 SANK IN 052000N, 820300E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.206). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 4000MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 9, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1957 BY SHORT BROS, LTD., SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHRISTOPOLIN CIA. NAV., S.A. PASSAGE GDYNIA FOR CHITTAGONG. CAUGHT FIRE IN THE NO.1 HOLD, FOLLOWED BY EXPLOSIONS, SANK ABOUT 35M OFF SE COAST OF SRI LANKA. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the AGELOS MICHAEL wreck located?

The AGELOS MICHAEL wreck is located at coordinates 5 20 N,82 3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AGELOS MICHAEL?

The seabed around the AGELOS MICHAEL lies at approximately 4150 meters deep.

When did the AGELOS MICHAEL sink?

The AGELOS MICHAEL sank on Oct 30, 1971.

When was the wreck of the AGELOS MICHAEL discovered?

The wreck of the AGELOS MICHAEL was discovered in 1971.

What country did the AGELOS MICHAEL belong to?

The AGELOS MICHAEL belonged to GR.

What cargo was the AGELOS MICHAEL carrying?

The AGELOS MICHAEL was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the AGELOS MICHAEL?

The AGELOS MICHAEL had a tonnage of 8473 tons.

What type of wreck is the AGELOS MICHAEL?

The AGELOS MICHAEL is classified as a motor vessel.

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