Thanassis A (Stern Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thanassis a (stern section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 43 N,117 33 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.716667
  • Longitude: 117.550000
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag MT
Length 191.4 m
Width 27.4 m
Draught 11
Tonnage 19961
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 22, 1994
Original Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH553/760/01 4.11.94 STERN SECTION SANK IN 174300N, 1173300E. (LL, 22.10.94). PLOTS IN APPROX 3900MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 18, 2003

Circumstances of loss

EX-BALTI SKY '87, EX-DOLORES SWANN '84. BUILT IN 1976 BY SAINT JOHN SHIPBUILDING & DRY DOCK CO LTD, ST JOHN, NB. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHASEWOOD MARITIME LTD. PASSAGE NAKHODKA, FOR SINGAPORE. BROKE IN TWO DURING TYPHOON 'TERESA' IN FORCE 9 WINDS AND 7MTR SEAS. CREW OF 36 RESCUED FROM THE STERN SECTION WHICH SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) wreck located?

The THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 17 43 N,117 33 E.

How deep is the seabed around the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION)?

The seabed around the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) sink?

The THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) sank on Oct 22, 1994.

When was the wreck of the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) was discovered in 1994.

What country did the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) belong to?

The THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) belonged to MT.

What cargo was the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) carrying?

The THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION)?

The THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) had a tonnage of 19961 tons.

What type of wreck is the THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION)?

The THANASSIS A (STERN SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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