Vernicos Giannis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vernicos giannis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 49.93 N,23 49.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.832167
  • Longitude: 23.832667
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name VERNICOS GIANNIS
Type tug
Flag GR
Length 31.4 m
Width 8.5 m
Tonnage 192
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 3, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Vernicos Giannis wreck is located at coordinates 36 49.93 N, 23 49.96 E in the Aegean Sea near Falconera Islet within the Cyclades Islands. This underwater wreck site, documented as having sunk in the vicinity of Falconera, represents a significant maritime obstruction in these waters. While historical records from Lloyds Volume 254 initially described the position as vague for nautical charting, current survey data confirms this location for the Vernicos Giannis. Divers and maritime researchers investigating this Aegean shipwreck should account for the site's structural condition and exact geographic positioning in the Cyclades region.

Surveying Details

H5995/83 3.1.84 SANK IN VICINITY OF FALCONERA ISLET, CYCLADES ISLANDS. (LLOYDS VOL.254). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SANK WHILST UNDER TOW OF M TUG 'SKYROS' WHEN TOW LINE PARTED IN HEAVY WEATHER. REPORTED MISSING, PROBABLY SUNK. (LLOYDS VOL.254).

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FAQ

Where is the VERNICOS GIANNIS wreck located?

The VERNICOS GIANNIS wreck is located at coordinates 36 49.93 N,23 49.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VERNICOS GIANNIS?

The seabed around the VERNICOS GIANNIS lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the VERNICOS GIANNIS sink?

The VERNICOS GIANNIS sank on Oct 28, 1983.

When was the wreck of the VERNICOS GIANNIS discovered?

The wreck of the VERNICOS GIANNIS was discovered in 1983.

What country did the VERNICOS GIANNIS belong to?

The VERNICOS GIANNIS belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the VERNICOS GIANNIS?

The VERNICOS GIANNIS had a tonnage of 192 tons.

What type of wreck is the VERNICOS GIANNIS?

The VERNICOS GIANNIS is classified as a tug.

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