Irenes Serenade Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Irenes serenade Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
36 55.898 N,21 40.578 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 36.931633
- Longitude: 21.676300
|
| Wreck Depth |
19.4 m
|
| Water Depth |
47 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Low Water |
| Name |
IRENES SERENADE |
|
Type
|
tanker
|
| Flag |
GR |
| Length |
278.9 m |
| Width |
37.5 m |
| Draught |
18.9 |
| Orientation |
111 |
| Tonnage |
50904 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
oil
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 23, 1980
|
| Original Detection Year |
1980 |
| Last Detection Year |
2017 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jul 9, 2018 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Irenes Serenade is a major underwater site located in Navarino Bay, Greece, at coordinates 36 55.898 N, 21 40.578 E. This large vessel measures 290 meters in length and 60 meters in beam. The wreck lies at an orientation of 111/291 degrees with the bow pointing west. The site has a recorded least depth of 19.1 meters. Historically documented as sinking on February 26, 1980, the wreck was subject to salvage operations in 1981. Navigational data confirms the structure is a significant underwater obstruction frequently monitored for maritime safety. Modern hydrographic surveys classify the site as a Dangerous Wreck (DWP) due to its substantial dimensions and remaining depth profile.
Surveying Details
26.2.80 SANK IN NAVARINO BAY IN 25FMS. (LLOYDS VOL.239). H3592/73 4.7.80 DW IN 365548N, 214024E, WITH CAN LT BUOY, FL.R IN 365548N, 214048E. (ATHENS NMS 72/80 & 84/80). - NM 1568/80. 26.2.81 SALVAGE TEAMS WORKING ON WK. (LLOYDS VOL.243). H3592/81 23.3.81 BUOY HAS BEEN MOVED 270DEG, 475MTRS FROM WK. (ATHENS NM 264/80). - NM 778/81. 28.9.84 SHOWN IN 365548N, 214024E ON GREEK 221/3. BR STD. 9.8.88 EUR POSN: 365557N, 214033E. NC 2404. HH380/350/01 23.2.89 WK LIES IN 365549N, 214029E [POSN FOR GREEK 221/3], ORIENTATED 111/291DEG WITH BOW W. LENGTH 290MTRS. LEAST DEPTH 20MTRS. R BUOY LIES 150MTRS E OF WK IN 365549N, 214034E. (GREEK NM'S 251 & 270/88). NC 2404. HH381/460/01 24.9.89 R CAN BUOY NOW SHOWN 80MTRS NE OF WK. (GREEK NM BLOCK 102/89). - NM 3207/89. 3.9.97 SHOWN AS DWP, CHARTED LENGTH 290MTRS, BEAM 60MTRS, WITH LEAST DEPTH 19.1MTRS IN 3655.959N, 2140.630E [EUR], BUOY NO LONGER CHARTED, ON GREEK 223/1 [MAY'97 EDN]. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
VESSEL, BUILT 1965 BY CHANTIERS DE L'ATLANTIQUE, ST NAZAIRE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ANTARIO SHIPPING CO. ON PASSAGE FROM CEYHAN TERMINAL, NEAR MERSIN, S TURKEY FOR TIRESTE. SANK BY THE HEAD FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION WHILE ANCHORING TO REFUEL IN NAVARINO BAY. FIRE SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE VESSEL WHICH SANK 12 HOURS LATER. 35,000 TONS OIL LOST TO THE SEA CAUSING POLLUTION & FIRE DAMAGE TO THE BUNKERING TERMINAL ASHORE. 40,000 TONS BURNT DURING THE FIRE & 25,000 TONS EVAPORATED. HER HULL HAD BEEN TORN & HER DECKS HEAVILY BUCKLED & HER FORECASTLE ACCOMMODATION WAS HEAVILY DAMAGED. 29 CREW SAVED, TWO DIED. (MSD).
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36 55.898 N,21 40.578 E
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FAQ
Where is the IRENES SERENADE wreck located?
The IRENES SERENADE wreck is located at coordinates 36 55.898 N,21 40.578 E.
How deep is the IRENES SERENADE and where exactly is it located?
The IRENES SERENADE lies at a depth of about 19.4 meters and is located at coordinates 36 55.898 N,21 40.578 E.
How deep is the seabed around the IRENES SERENADE?
The seabed around the IRENES SERENADE lies at approximately 47 meters deep.
When did the IRENES SERENADE sink?
The IRENES SERENADE sank on Feb 23, 1980.
When was the wreck of the IRENES SERENADE discovered?
The wreck of the IRENES SERENADE was discovered in 1980.
What country did the IRENES SERENADE belong to?
The IRENES SERENADE belonged to GR.
What cargo was the IRENES SERENADE carrying?
The IRENES SERENADE was carrying oil.
What was the tonnage of the IRENES SERENADE?
The IRENES SERENADE had a tonnage of 50904 tons.
What type of wreck is the IRENES SERENADE?
The IRENES SERENADE is classified as a tanker.