Kronos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kronos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 59.93 N,9 40.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.998833
  • Longitude: -9.668167
Water Depth 3600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KRONOS
Type bulk carrier
Flag BS
Length 156.1 m
Width 22.6 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 11170
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH359/350/01 4.4.89 THOUGHT TO HAVE FOUNDERED IN FORCE 11 WINDS. SEARCH AIRCRAFT SIGHTED WOODEN PLANKS AND POSSIBLE REMAINS OF LIFEBOATS IN 440000N, 094000W ON 4.3.89. (LL 8 & 9.3.89). NO WRECKAGE YET LOCATED HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS COMING FROM THE KRONOS. (LL 4.4.89). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

26.2.89 REPORTED OVERDUE WHILE ON PASSAGE ANTWERP TO THESSALONIKI, VIA ALGECIRAS. LAST CONTACT 26.2.89 WHILE OFF CAPE FINNISTERRE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 59.93 N,9 40.09 W
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FAQ

Where is the KRONOS wreck located?

The KRONOS wreck is located at coordinates 43 59.93 N,9 40.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KRONOS?

The seabed around the KRONOS lies at approximately 3600 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the KRONOS discovered?

The wreck of the KRONOS was discovered in 1989.

What country did the KRONOS belong to?

The KRONOS belonged to BS.

What cargo was the KRONOS carrying?

The KRONOS was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the KRONOS?

The KRONOS had a tonnage of 11170 tons.

What type of wreck is the KRONOS?

The KRONOS is classified as a bulk carrier.

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