Georgios S Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Georgios s Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 1.961 N,6 10.632 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.032683
  • Longitude: -6.177200
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGIOS S
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Length 121.8 m
Width 17.6 m
Draught 7.7
Tonnage 6171
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 2002
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.11.02 SANK IN 4702.0N, 0610.0W. (LL 24.10.02). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1978 BY VEB SCHIFFSWERTE NEPTUN, ROSTOCK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GEORGIOS MARITIME CO, STAVROS ROUSSOS MANAGEMENT & CHARTERING, PANAMA. SIX CYLINDER OIL ENGINE OF 5320BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LAS PALMAS FOR ROTTERDAM. CARGO SOIL. HAD INGRESS OF WATER INTO THE ENGINE ROOM AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED.

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGIOS S wreck located?

The GEORGIOS S wreck is located at coordinates 47 1.961 N,6 10.632 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEORGIOS S?

The seabed around the GEORGIOS S lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the GEORGIOS S sink?

The GEORGIOS S sank on Oct 23, 2002.

When was the wreck of the GEORGIOS S discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGIOS S was discovered in 2002.

What country did the GEORGIOS S belong to?

The GEORGIOS S belonged to PA.

What cargo was the GEORGIOS S carrying?

The GEORGIOS S was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGIOS S?

The GEORGIOS S had a tonnage of 6171 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGIOS S?

The GEORGIOS S is classified as a bulk carrier.

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