Iason Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Iason Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 5 N,17 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.083333
  • Longitude: 17.466667
Water Depth 1650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name IASON
Type trawler
Flag GR
Length 46.9 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 449
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 13, 1955
Original Detection Year 1955
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1969/55 1.4.55 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 380500N, 172800E APPROX (LL). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY COOK, WELTON & GEMMELL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GEORGE J. LIVANOS. SANK DURING HEAVY WEATHER. THE CREW WERE RESCUED BY A LIFEBOAT FROM SS 'STRATHEDEN', BUT THIS CAPSIZED & 11 OF THE 'IASON' CREW & EIGHT OF THE 'STRATHEDEN' CREW WERE DROWNED. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the IASON wreck located?

The IASON wreck is located at coordinates 38 5 N,17 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IASON?

The seabed around the IASON lies at approximately 1650 meters deep.

When did the IASON sink?

The IASON sank on Mar 13, 1955.

When was the wreck of the IASON discovered?

The wreck of the IASON was discovered in 1955.

What country did the IASON belong to?

The IASON belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the IASON?

The IASON had a tonnage of 449 tons.

What type of wreck is the IASON?

The IASON is classified as a trawler.

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