Gemini Erre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gemini erre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
40 56.047 N,28 59.494 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.934117
  • Longitude: 28.991567
Wreck Depth 33 m
Water Depth 43 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name GEMINI ERRE
Type tanker
Flag IT
Length 88.1 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1586
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 23, 1982
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2209/66 15.11.82 WK 33MTRS IN 405609N, 285930E [EUR]. (ISTANBUL NM 349/82). BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 4056.058N, 2859.484E.
Last Amended Date Feb 9, 2025
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Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1969 BY CANTIERI NAVALI BREDA SPA, VENICE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY RAVENNAVI SOCIETA PER AZIONI. PASSAGE PORTO TORRES FOR ODESSA. WAS INVOLVED IN A MAJOR COLLISION WITH ROMANIAN BULK CARRIER LOTRU OFF KANDILLI DISTRICT, ISTANBUL PORT. ANCHORED 3M OFF CAPE FENERBAHCE & SANK LATER THE SAME DAY. ALL 14 CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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WRECK MAP LOADING ... 40 56.047 N,28 59.494 E
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FAQ

Where is the GEMINI ERRE wreck located?

The GEMINI ERRE wreck is located at coordinates 40 56.047 N,28 59.494 E.

How deep is the GEMINI ERRE and where exactly is it located?

The GEMINI ERRE lies at a depth of about 33 meters and is located at coordinates 40 56.047 N,28 59.494 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GEMINI ERRE?

The seabed around the GEMINI ERRE lies at approximately 43 meters deep.

When did the GEMINI ERRE sink?

The GEMINI ERRE sank on Sep 23, 1982.

When was the wreck of the GEMINI ERRE discovered?

The wreck of the GEMINI ERRE was discovered in 1982.

What country did the GEMINI ERRE belong to?

The GEMINI ERRE belonged to IT.

What cargo was the GEMINI ERRE carrying?

The GEMINI ERRE was carrying flammable liquids and gases.

What was the tonnage of the GEMINI ERRE?

The GEMINI ERRE had a tonnage of 1586 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEMINI ERRE?

The GEMINI ERRE is classified as a tanker.