Deifovos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Deifovos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		65 49.99 N,9 49.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 65.833167
  • Longitude: 9.831667
Water Depth 333 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEIFOVOS
Type bulk carrier
Flag GR
Length 243.8 m
Width 35.1 m
Draught 16.5
Tonnage 29689
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 25, 1981
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4043/80 28.1.81 SUNK IN 655000N, 095000E. (LLOYDS VOL.243). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1964 BY MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD, NAGASAKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DEIFOVOS SHIPPING CORPORATION. ON PASSAGE NARVIK FOR DUNKIRK. DEVELOPED HEAVY LIST IN STORM FORCE WEATHER, & SANK 40M OFF NORWEGIAN COAST, NEAR VEGA ISLAND. 9 OF 38 CREW LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the DEIFOVOS wreck located?

The DEIFOVOS wreck is located at coordinates 65 49.99 N,9 49.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DEIFOVOS?

The seabed around the DEIFOVOS lies at approximately 333 meters deep.

When did the DEIFOVOS sink?

The DEIFOVOS sank on Jan 25, 1981.

When was the wreck of the DEIFOVOS discovered?

The wreck of the DEIFOVOS was discovered in 1981.

What country did the DEIFOVOS belong to?

The DEIFOVOS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the DEIFOVOS carrying?

The DEIFOVOS was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the DEIFOVOS?

The DEIFOVOS had a tonnage of 29689 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEIFOVOS?

The DEIFOVOS is classified as a bulk carrier.

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