Eolos (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eolos (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 7.5 N,13 2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.125000
  • Longitude: 13.033333
Water Depth 136 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EOLOS (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 56.1 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 592
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 21, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.6.73 REPORTED TO HAVE STRUCK A MINE & SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION 13M OFF TRIPOLI. (LL 212). H4009/73 16.4.74 WK IN 330730N, 130200E APPROX, OR 330DEGS, 16M FROM TRIPOLI. (GENOA NM 10/25/74). PRESUMED MV EOLOS. INS AS NDWPA BR STD. 2.1.03 NDW IN 3307.500N, 1302.000E [WGD]. NE 3403. (STS FOR PA).
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1947 BY GRANGEMOUTH DOCKYARD CO LTD, GRANGEMOUTH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MRS A C DOUCAS. PASSAGE PIRAEUS FOR TRIPOLI. STRUCK A MINE & SANK. [MINES LAID BY LIBIAN AUTHORITIES AROUND TRIPOLI TO FORSTALL ISRAELI SABOTAGE, MANY FLOATED FREE CAUSING A HAZARD TO SHIPPING]. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The EOLOS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 33 7.5 N,13 2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EOLOS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 136 meters deep.

When did the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) sink?

The EOLOS (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 21, 1973.

When was the wreck of the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1973.

What country did the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The EOLOS (POSSIBLY) belonged to GR.

What cargo was the EOLOS (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The EOLOS (POSSIBLY) was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the EOLOS (POSSIBLY)?

The EOLOS (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 592 tons.

What type of wreck is the EOLOS (POSSIBLY)?

The EOLOS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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