Eurowave (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eurowave (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 56.37 N,35 52.68 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.939500
  • Longitude: 35.878000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EUROWAVE (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 144 m
Width 19 m
Draught 11.8
Sonar Length 48
Orientation 164
Tonnage 8374
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1979
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 8, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Eurowave is an underwater obstruction located off the coast of Syria in the Mediterranean Sea, positioned at coordinates 34 56.37 N, 35 52.68 E between the Housin El Bahr oil terminal and Tartus. Originally grounded in early 1979 and subsequently sold for scrap, the vessel was later reported as a submerged wreck and charted by hydrographic authorities. Historical records indicate the wreck measures approximately 48 meters in length, lying on a 164/344 degree orientation, and is likely fully submerged in this marine environment.

Surveying Details

3.1.79 AGROUND BETWEEN HOUSIN EL BAHR OIL TERMINAL AND TARTUS. (LL, 2/79). POSN APPROX 345630N, 355130E FOR FILING ONLY. 17.4.79 HAS BEEN SOLD AS SCRAP. (LL 236). NCA. 4.11.79 PORT AUTHORITIES ARE PRESSING THE NEW OWNERS TO REMOVE THE WK. (LL 238). NCA. 1.7.81 OWNERS OF THE WK ARE CONSIDERING BREAK-UP, NO ACTION AS YET. (LL, 4.7.81). NCA. 30.1.99 ST SHOWN IN 3456.37N, 3552.68E [UND] ON FRENCH 7513 [1998 EDN - INT 3669]. PROBABLY EUROWAVE. NC 1579. 2.2.15 SHOWN IN LISTED POSN ON FLASH EARTH. LENGTH 48MTRS, LIES 164/344 DEGS. POSSIBLY FULLY SUBMERGED.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1958. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CEDAR MARITIME INC. GROUNDED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 56.37 N,35 52.68 E
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FAQ

Where is the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 34 56.37 N,35 52.68 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) sink?

The EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) sank on Jan 3, 1979.

When was the wreck of the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1979.

What country did the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) belong to?

The EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) belonged to GR.

What cargo was the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) carrying?

The EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY)?

The EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 8374 tons.

What type of wreck is the EUROWAVE (PROBABLY)?

The EUROWAVE (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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