Kythera Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kythera star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 40.93 N,3 8.93 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.682167
  • Longitude: 3.148833
Water Depth 2144 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KYTHERA STAR
Type motor vessel
Flag MT
Length 107.8 m
Width 14.2 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 1974
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 17, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3205/81 13.3.87 WKGE & CAPSIZED LIFEBOAT SIGHTED IN 404100N, 030900E APPROX. TWO SURVIVORS RECOVERED IN 403700N, 030700E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.267). PLOTS IN OVER 2000MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1966 BY VEB SCHIFFSWERFL 'NEPTUN', ROSTOCK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MAN SHIPPING CORPORATION LTD. ON PASSAGE FROM BARCELONA TO LIMASSOL AND TRIPOLI, LEBANON. CARGO SHIFTED IN HIGH SEAS. VESSEL CAPSIZED & SANK 63M OFF CATALAN COAST WITHIN 5 MINUTES. OF 20 CREW, ONLY TWO SURVIVED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the KYTHERA STAR wreck located?

The KYTHERA STAR wreck is located at coordinates 40 40.93 N,3 8.93 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KYTHERA STAR?

The seabed around the KYTHERA STAR lies at approximately 2144 meters deep.

When did the KYTHERA STAR sink?

The KYTHERA STAR sank on Jan 17, 1987.

When was the wreck of the KYTHERA STAR discovered?

The wreck of the KYTHERA STAR was discovered in 1987.

What country did the KYTHERA STAR belong to?

The KYTHERA STAR belonged to MT.

What cargo was the KYTHERA STAR carrying?

The KYTHERA STAR was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the KYTHERA STAR?

The KYTHERA STAR had a tonnage of 1974 tons.

What type of wreck is the KYTHERA STAR?

The KYTHERA STAR is classified as a motor vessel.

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