Sea Wave Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sea wave Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 37.93 N,23 28.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.632167
  • Longitude: 23.482667
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SEA WAVE
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 20, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 27.7.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 353800N, 232900E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.225). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date May 15, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM TRIESTE FOR EGYPT. FOUNDERED & SANK OFF CRETE IN HEAVY SEAS [FORCE 5-6 WINDS] AFTER CARGO HAD SHIFTED. SEVEN CREW & ONE PASSENGER RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.225).

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FAQ

Where is the SEA WAVE wreck located?

The SEA WAVE wreck is located at coordinates 35 37.93 N,23 28.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SEA WAVE?

The seabed around the SEA WAVE lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the SEA WAVE sink?

The SEA WAVE sank on Jul 20, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SEA WAVE discovered?

The wreck of the SEA WAVE was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SEA WAVE belong to?

The SEA WAVE belonged to GR.

What cargo was the SEA WAVE carrying?

The SEA WAVE was carrying cement.

What type of wreck is the SEA WAVE?

The SEA WAVE is classified as a motor vessel.

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