Gyptis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Gyptis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 39.9 N,33 2.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.665000
  • Longitude: 33.038333
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GYPTIS
Type barge
Flag CY
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2003

Surveying Details

13.1.76 SINKING POSN OF TUG & 5 BARGES GIVEN AS 343954N, 330218E, AT LATCHI, LIMASSOL. (LL, 10.1.76). 30.3.76 4 BARGES RECOVERED, 5TH SO FAR NOT LOCATED. ENGINE & ASSOCIATED GEAR OF TUG RECOVERED. (LL, 30.3.76). 6.10.76 5TH BARGE LOCATED IN 15FT OF WATER. APPARENTLY SOUND. EFFORTS TO BE MADE TO RAISE IT. (LLOYDS VOL.224). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TUG DRIVEN ASHORE AND FIVE STEEL BARGES SUNK DURING VERY STRONG GALE AT LATCHI, LIMASSOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CYPRUS SULPHUR & COPPER CO LTD. (LLOYDS).

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FAQ

Where is the GYPTIS wreck located?

The GYPTIS wreck is located at coordinates 34 39.9 N,33 2.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GYPTIS?

The seabed around the GYPTIS lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the GYPTIS sink?

The GYPTIS sank on Jan 6, 1976.

When was the wreck of the GYPTIS discovered?

The wreck of the GYPTIS was discovered in 1976.

What country did the GYPTIS belong to?

The GYPTIS belonged to CY.

What type of wreck is the GYPTIS?

The GYPTIS is classified as a barge.

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