Gayo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gayo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 56.93 N,7 24.94 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.948833
  • Longitude: 7.415667
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name GAYO
Type steam ship
Flag LR
Length 103.6 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 2907
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 10, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.1.72 ABANDONED IN 375200N, 072800E. (LL 207). 2.2.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 375700N, 072500E APPROX. (LL 207). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1951 BY W GRAY & CO LTD, HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PLAYAMAR SA. PASSAGE HEREKE, TURKEY FOR BEJAIA. SANK 65M OFF ANNABA FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION IN HER ENGINE ROOM. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the GAYO wreck located?

The GAYO wreck is located at coordinates 37 56.93 N,7 24.94 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GAYO?

The seabed around the GAYO lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the GAYO sink?

The GAYO sank on Jan 10, 1972.

When was the wreck of the GAYO discovered?

The wreck of the GAYO was discovered in 1972.

What country did the GAYO belong to?

The GAYO belonged to LR.

What cargo was the GAYO carrying?

The GAYO was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the GAYO?

The GAYO had a tonnage of 2907 tons.

What type of wreck is the GAYO?

The GAYO is classified as a steam ship.

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