M. Sycoutris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
M. sycoutris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 35.5 N,52 10.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.591667
  • Longitude: 52.170000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name M. SYCOUTRIS
Type bulk carrier
Flag MT
Length 126.2 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 6448
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2710/84 1.10.85 BEACHED IN APPROX POSN 153530N, 521012E. (LL 27.9.85). NCA YET. 15.1.86 REFLOATED DEC '85 AND TOWED TO JEBEL ALI. (LL VOL 262, P294 &VOL 263, P7).
Last Amended Date Feb 3, 2000

Circumstances of loss

10.9.85 HAD BEEN ANCHORED IN LOADED CONDITION (? AND UNMANNED) OFF DJIBOUTI. WAS FOUND AS DRIFTING DERELICT 10.9.85 BY MV DIMITRIOS K AND TAKEN IN TOW. LATER DEVELOPED SUDDEN LEAK AND WAS BEACHED TO PREVENT IT SINKING.

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FAQ

Where is the M. SYCOUTRIS wreck located?

The M. SYCOUTRIS wreck is located at coordinates 15 35.5 N,52 10.2 E.

When did the M. SYCOUTRIS sink?

The M. SYCOUTRIS sank on Sep 16, 1985.

When was the wreck of the M. SYCOUTRIS discovered?

The wreck of the M. SYCOUTRIS was discovered in 1985.

What country did the M. SYCOUTRIS belong to?

The M. SYCOUTRIS belonged to MT.

What cargo was the M. SYCOUTRIS carrying?

The M. SYCOUTRIS was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the M. SYCOUTRIS?

The M. SYCOUTRIS had a tonnage of 6448 tons.

What type of wreck is the M. SYCOUTRIS?

The M. SYCOUTRIS is classified as a bulk carrier.

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