Petrostar C Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Petrostar c Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 33 N,30 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.550000
  • Longitude: 30.266667
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PETROSTAR C
Type barge
Flag SA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 26, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.10.76 SANK IN APPROX POSN 333300N, 301600E. (LL 3.3.77). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2003

Circumstances of loss

28.10.76 BIG TRAWLER BEING TOWED BY PERTOSTAR X11 WAS CUT IN TWO BY ROUGH SEAS IN APPROX POSN 333300N, 301600E. (LL 28.10.76). 3.3.77 BARGE PETROSTAR C, WHILE IN TOW OF MOTOR TANKER PETROSTAR X11 BROKE IN TWO DURING HEAVY WEATHER & SANK OFF PORT SAID. (LL 3.3.77).

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FAQ

Where is the PETROSTAR C wreck located?

The PETROSTAR C wreck is located at coordinates 33 33 N,30 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PETROSTAR C?

The seabed around the PETROSTAR C lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the PETROSTAR C sink?

The PETROSTAR C sank on Oct 26, 1976.

When was the wreck of the PETROSTAR C discovered?

The wreck of the PETROSTAR C was discovered in 1976.

What country did the PETROSTAR C belong to?

The PETROSTAR C belonged to SA.

What type of wreck is the PETROSTAR C?

The PETROSTAR C is classified as a barge.

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