Iris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Iris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 16 N,9 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.266667
  • Longitude: -9.666667
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRIS
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 144.5 m
Width 18.7 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 8451
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.2.79 VESSEL SANK IN 371600N, 094000W APPROX. (LL,16.2.79) NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2000

Circumstances of loss

16.2.79 VESSEL, BUILT 1959 BY WERF DE NOORD, ALBLASSERDAM. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FELICIA EFI CIA. NAV. S.A..SANK 35M OFF CAPE ST VINCENT IN ROUGH SEAS AFTER TAKING IN WATER. 8 OF 28 CREW LOST. (LL, 16.2.79)

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FAQ

Where is the IRIS wreck located?

The IRIS wreck is located at coordinates 37 16 N,9 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the IRIS?

The seabed around the IRIS lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the IRIS sink?

The IRIS sank on Feb 15, 1979.

When was the wreck of the IRIS discovered?

The wreck of the IRIS was discovered in 1979.

What country did the IRIS belong to?

The IRIS belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the IRIS?

The IRIS had a tonnage of 8451 tons.

What type of wreck is the IRIS?

The IRIS is classified as a motor vessel.

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