Iris 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Iris 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
41 42 N,9 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.700000
  • Longitude: -9.700000
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRIS 1
Type carrier
Flag VC
Tonnage 1847
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1999
Original Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.9.99 2.9.99 SANK IN 4142.0N, 0942.0W. (LL 31.8.99). NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2001

Circumstances of loss

PROBABLY SANK DUE TO GENERAL BAD STATE OF THE VESSEL. CREW OF 8 RESCUED BY MV 'LYNE'. (LLOYDS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 41 42 N,9 42 W
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FAQ

Where is the IRIS 1 wreck located?

The IRIS 1 wreck is located at coordinates 41 42 N,9 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the IRIS 1?

The seabed around the IRIS 1 lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the IRIS 1 sink?

The IRIS 1 sank on Aug 29, 1999.

When was the wreck of the IRIS 1 discovered?

The wreck of the IRIS 1 was discovered in 1999.

What country did the IRIS 1 belong to?

The IRIS 1 belonged to VC.

What cargo was the IRIS 1 carrying?

The IRIS 1 was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the IRIS 1?

The IRIS 1 had a tonnage of 1847 tons.

What type of wreck is the IRIS 1?

The IRIS 1 is classified as a carrier.