Christos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Christos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 31.93 N,26 56.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.532167
  • Longitude: 26.949500
Water Depth 494 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name CHRISTOS
Type steam ship
Flag LB
Length 100 m
Width 14 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 2873
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo granular or powdery material
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1967
Original Detection Year 1967
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4044/68 21.3.69 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 363200N, 265700E. (LLOYDS 1967 & MSD). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2014

Circumstances of loss

31.3.67 BUILT IN 1942 BY W GRAY & CO LTD,HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SOLMARE CIA NAV SA. PASSAGE CONSTANTZA, ROMANIA FOR HODEIDAH, NORTH YEMEN. STRUCK A ROCK & GROUNDED ON KANDELIUSA ISLAND ON 31.3.67. WAS BLOWN OFF THE ROCKS IN BAD WEATHER THE FOLLOWING DAY & SANK 2M NORTH OF KANDELIUSA. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHRISTOS wreck located?

The CHRISTOS wreck is located at coordinates 36 31.93 N,26 56.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRISTOS?

The seabed around the CHRISTOS lies at approximately 494 meters deep.

When did the CHRISTOS sink?

The CHRISTOS sank on Apr 1, 1967.

When was the wreck of the CHRISTOS discovered?

The wreck of the CHRISTOS was discovered in 1967.

What country did the CHRISTOS belong to?

The CHRISTOS belonged to LB.

What cargo was the CHRISTOS carrying?

The CHRISTOS was carrying granular or powdery material.

What was the tonnage of the CHRISTOS?

The CHRISTOS had a tonnage of 2873 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHRISTOS?

The CHRISTOS is classified as a steam ship.

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