Chronis Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Chronis ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 56.93 N,26 0.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.948833
  • Longitude: 26.016167
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name CHRONIS II
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 48.8 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 31, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.2.80 SANK OFF NORTHERN TIP OF AMORGOS ISLAND. (LL, 1.2.80). POSN 365700N, 260100E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1953 BY SCHIFFS HANS BASEDOW, HITZACKER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GIARKA MARINE CO (CYPRUS) LTD. PASSAGE PIRAEUS FOR BEIRUT. SANK OFF THE NORTHERN TIP OF AMORGOS ISLAND AFTER HER ENGINE ROOM FLOODED. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHRONIS II wreck located?

The CHRONIS II wreck is located at coordinates 36 56.93 N,26 0.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRONIS II?

The seabed around the CHRONIS II lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the CHRONIS II sink?

The CHRONIS II sank on Jan 31, 1980.

When was the wreck of the CHRONIS II discovered?

The wreck of the CHRONIS II was discovered in 1980.

What country did the CHRONIS II belong to?

The CHRONIS II belonged to GR.

What cargo was the CHRONIS II carrying?

The CHRONIS II was carrying personnel,minerals.

What was the tonnage of the CHRONIS II?

The CHRONIS II had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHRONIS II?

The CHRONIS II is classified as a motor vessel.

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