Samothraki Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Samothraki Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 33.54 N,2 55.57 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.559000
  • Longitude: -2.926167
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMOTHRAKI
Type ketch
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.5.77 10.5.77 SANK IN 403330N, 025530W. (LL, 31.7.76). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 19.2.97 19.2.97 REPD TO BE NON-EXISTENT. (FR WK RECORDS 1997 NO.14592057). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. HH090/912/01 20.11.01 HH090/912/01 20.11.01 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 912). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2001

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH M BULK CARRIER 'BERNHARD OLDENDOFF'. FIVE RECOVERED, ONE MAN MISSING. PASSAGE GUERNSEY TO DARTMOUTH. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMOTHRAKI wreck located?

The SAMOTHRAKI wreck is located at coordinates 49 33.54 N,2 55.57 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMOTHRAKI?

The seabed around the SAMOTHRAKI lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the SAMOTHRAKI sink?

The SAMOTHRAKI sank on Jul 30, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SAMOTHRAKI discovered?

The wreck of the SAMOTHRAKI was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SAMOTHRAKI belong to?

The SAMOTHRAKI belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SAMOTHRAKI?

The SAMOTHRAKI is classified as a ketch.