Aris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 40 N,15 12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.666667
  • Longitude: 15.200000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ARIS
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Tonnage 492
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 25, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.10.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS E COAST OF SCICILY. (LLOYDS VOL.229). NCA, POSN 373000N, 153000E FOR FILING ONLY.DATA RE-ASSESSED, POSN AMENDED TO 3740.00N, 1512.00E. (LLOYDS VOL.229). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN 'LOST' DURING PASSAGE FROM SICILY TO MALTA. CAUGHT FIRE & IS STRANDED OFF THE EAST COAST OF SICILY. DECLARED A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.229).

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FAQ

Where is the ARIS wreck located?

The ARIS wreck is located at coordinates 37 40 N,15 12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ARIS?

The seabed around the ARIS lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the ARIS sink?

The ARIS sank on Jan 25, 1977.

When was the wreck of the ARIS discovered?

The wreck of the ARIS was discovered in 1977.

What country did the ARIS belong to?

The ARIS belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the ARIS?

The ARIS had a tonnage of 492 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARIS?

The ARIS is classified as a motor vessel.

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