Georgios Markettos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Georgios markettos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 30.527 N,5 3.565 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.508783
  • Longitude: -5.059417
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGIOS MARKETTOS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 88.4 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 6.1
Orientation 140
Tonnage 2269
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 13, 1982

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 4M OF S GOVAN'S LT V. (LLWW1). WRECK LYING 140/320DEGS. GOOD E/S TRACE. LENGTH 165FT, BEAM 30FT, HT 24FT. (C-IN-C W APPS). H0113/45 4.7.45 H0113/45 4.7.45 STRONG ECHO. PROBABLY WK IN SAME APPROX POSN AS ABOVE IN 513030N, 050330W. (PLYMOUTH LIST 1945). 7.4.72 7.4.72 INS AS NDW NC 1478. 14.11.72 14.11.72 AMEND WK USC 15FMS. NE 1178. H5293/71 18.12.72 H5293/71 18.12.72 AMEND WK USC 27.0MTRS. NC 1478. 8.6.78 8.6.78 AMEND WK 40 MTRS. NE 1478. 22.9.06 22.9.06 NOT SHOWN ON BA 1478 [4TH EDN, NOV '01]. AMEND DEAD. SEE [11910]. NCA. 1.12.11 1.12.11 NOT LOCATED 6.2010 BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1328). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

EX-LLANBERIS '89, EX-BADMINGTON, EX-CORONIADIS, EX-MALEAS. BUILT IN 1890 BY OSBORNE, GRAHAM & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY C P MARKETTOS. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 208 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE NEWPORT FOR ORAN. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-57. (SIBI, LLWW1, DODS).

General Comments

SEE [11910]

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS wreck located?

The GEORGIOS MARKETTOS wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.527 N,5 3.565 W.

How deep is the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS and where exactly is it located?

The GEORGIOS MARKETTOS lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 51 30.527 N,5 3.565 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS?

The seabed around the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS sink?

The GEORGIOS MARKETTOS sank on Oct 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS belong to?

The GEORGIOS MARKETTOS belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS?

The GEORGIOS MARKETTOS had a tonnage of 2269 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGIOS MARKETTOS?

The GEORGIOS MARKETTOS is classified as a steam ship.

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