Ermione (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ermione (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 18.276 N,14 50.484 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.304600
  • Longitude: 14.841400
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ERMIONE (POSSIBLY)
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 69.2 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4
Sonar Length 90
Sonar Width 15
Tonnage 967
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 1972
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2004
Original Source research vessel
Surveying Details HH375/500/4 21.4.04 WK LOCATED IN 3618.276N, 1450.484E [WGD]. GEN DEPTH 130MTRS. LENGTH APPROX 90MTRS, WIDTH 10-15MTRS. SEABED FINE SAND AND MUD. (NRV ALLIANCE, VIA NATO UNDERSEA RESEARCH CENTRE, LA SPETZIA). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 21, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1957 BY HEINRICH BRAND, OLDENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PRODROMOS SHIPPING CO. PASSAGE CARTHAGENA FOR THESSALONIKI. SANK AFTER TAKING WATER INTO HOLD IN HEAVY SEAS. ALL CREW SAFE. (LL).

General Comments

INTACT, UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 36 18.276 N,14 50.484 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 13, 1972.

When was the wreck of the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2004.

What country did the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GR.

What cargo was the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY)?

The ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 967 tons.

What type of wreck is the ERMIONE (POSSIBLY)?

The ERMIONE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a carrier.

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