Sitia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Sitia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 32.083 N,34 26.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.534717
  • Longitude: 34.440000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SITIA
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 17, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details STRANDED. LIES 0.75M N OF NORTHERN JETTY, GAZA, 50 YARDS OFF BEACH OFF SHATI SUBURB OF GAZA. (LLOYDS 214). FROM BA 2634 POSN IS 313205N, 342624E. FOR FLING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1950 BY EKENBERGS VARV, STOCKHOLM. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY AIDA SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE CONSTANTZA FOR GAZA. CARGO CEMENT. WAS AT ANCHOR OFF GAZA WHEN DRIVEN ASHORE IN VERY BAD WEATHER. BROKE IN TWO DUE TO CONTINUOUS POUNDING. CREW OF 22 RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SITIA wreck located?

The SITIA wreck is located at coordinates 31 32.083 N,34 26.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SITIA?

The seabed around the SITIA lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the SITIA sink?

The SITIA sank on Dec 17, 1973.

When was the wreck of the SITIA discovered?

The wreck of the SITIA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the SITIA belong to?

The SITIA belonged to CY.

What cargo was the SITIA carrying?

The SITIA was carrying cement.

What type of wreck is the SITIA?

The SITIA is classified as a motor vessel.

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