Avlis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Avlis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 24.93 N,25 25.637 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.415500
  • Longitude: 25.427283
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name AVLIS
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 75.3 m
Width 11 m
Tonnage 1157
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.4.72 REPORTED AGROUND AT SANTORIN ISLAND [NISOS THIRA]. (LLOYDS 208). POSN 362500N, 252540E FOR FILING ONLY. 9.9.14 NOT SHOWN ON BA 1541. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 9, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1949 BY SABARN, BRUGES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHALKIS CEMENT CO. PASSAGE FOR SANTORIN ISLAND IN BALLAST. RAN AGROUND WHILE BERTHING AT SANTORIN ISLAND [NISOS THIRA]. SALVAGE ATTEMPTS WERE ABANDONED DUE TO BAD WEATHER AND VESSEL DECLARED CTL. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the AVLIS wreck located?

The AVLIS wreck is located at coordinates 36 24.93 N,25 25.637 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AVLIS?

The seabed around the AVLIS lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the AVLIS sink?

The AVLIS sank on Apr 6, 1972.

When was the wreck of the AVLIS discovered?

The wreck of the AVLIS was discovered in 1972.

What country did the AVLIS belong to?

The AVLIS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the AVLIS carrying?

The AVLIS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the AVLIS?

The AVLIS had a tonnage of 1157 tons.

What type of wreck is the AVLIS?

The AVLIS is classified as a carrier.

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