Aghios Georgios Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aghios georgios Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 19.94 N,25 59.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.332333
  • Longitude: 25.999500
Water Depth 230 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name AGHIOS GEORGIOS
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Tonnage 218
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 5, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.12.68 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 3-4M OFF CAPE GAVATHI, MITYLENE. (LLOYDS). GIVES POSN 392000S, 260000E APPROX IN GEN DEPTH 220MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE THESSALONIKI FOR THE DODECANESE. SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK 3-4 MILES OFF CAPE GAVATHI, MITYLENE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the AGHIOS GEORGIOS wreck located?

The AGHIOS GEORGIOS wreck is located at coordinates 39 19.94 N,25 59.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AGHIOS GEORGIOS?

The seabed around the AGHIOS GEORGIOS lies at approximately 230 meters deep.

When did the AGHIOS GEORGIOS sink?

The AGHIOS GEORGIOS sank on Nov 5, 1968.

When was the wreck of the AGHIOS GEORGIOS discovered?

The wreck of the AGHIOS GEORGIOS was discovered in 1968.

What country did the AGHIOS GEORGIOS belong to?

The AGHIOS GEORGIOS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the AGHIOS GEORGIOS carrying?

The AGHIOS GEORGIOS was carrying foodstuffs: solid,oil.

What was the tonnage of the AGHIOS GEORGIOS?

The AGHIOS GEORGIOS had a tonnage of 218 tons.

What type of wreck is the AGHIOS GEORGIOS?

The AGHIOS GEORGIOS is classified as a motor vessel.

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