Cretan Star (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cretan star (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 25.35 N,70 5.88 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.422500
  • Longitude: 70.098000
Water Depth 66 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY)
Type tanker
Flag CY
Length 197.5 m
Width 25.3 m
Draught 13.1
Tonnage 18064
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2021

Surveying Details

4.8.76 INDIAN AIR FORCE REPORT LOCATING HUGE BLACK OIL SLICK IN 202500N, 700300E. SLICK 4M LONG & 1.5M WIDE, APPROX 40-45M OFF VERAVAL COAST. (LL, 4.8.76). 9.8.76 OIL SLICK INCREASED IN SIZE TO APPROX 10 X 5 KM. INDIAN NAVY CARRYING OUT SONAR SEARCH FOR WK IN AREA OF SLICK. (LL, 9.8.76). 17.8.76 INDIAN NAVY LOCATED WK IN 202500N, 700500E. TRYING TO DETERMINE IF VESSEL IS CRETAN STAR. (LL, 17.8.76). H2066/75 9.12.76 NDWPA IN 202518N, 700554E. (INDIAN NM 464/76). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSSGE RAS TANURA FOR CILACAP. REPORTED LEAK AFTER BEING STRUCK BY HUGE WAVE AMIDSHIPS IN HEAVY WEATHER ON 28 JULY 1976. NOTHING FURTHER HEARD FROM VESSEL WHICH CARRIED CREW OF 36. LARGE OIL SLICK SIGHTED OFF VERAVAL COAST ON 3 AUGUST.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 20 25.35 N,70 5.88 E
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FAQ

Where is the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 20 25.35 N,70 5.88 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 66 meters deep.

When did the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) sink?

The CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 28, 1976.

When was the wreck of the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1976.

What country did the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) belong to?

The CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) belonged to CY.

What cargo was the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) carrying?

The CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY)?

The CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 18064 tons.

What type of wreck is the CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY)?

The CRETAN STAR (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.

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