Myrtos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Myrtos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 6 N,38 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.100000
  • Longitude: 38.616667
Water Depth 650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MYRTOS
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 44.2 m
Width 5.5 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 8442
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2348/79 19.10.82 GROUNDED IN 210600N, 383700E. SCUTTLED IN 210600N, 383700E. (LLOYDS APRIL 1982). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

18.4.82 BUILT IN 1957 BY BARTRAM & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY INVER BAY SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE CONSTANZA FOR CALCUTTA. CARGO UREA. GROUNDED OFF JEDDAH. TWO DAYS LATER CAUGHT FIRE AND BECAME A CTL. REFLOATED 18.4.82 BUT WAS SCUTTLED. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MYRTOS wreck located?

The MYRTOS wreck is located at coordinates 21 6 N,38 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MYRTOS?

The seabed around the MYRTOS lies at approximately 650 meters deep.

When did the MYRTOS sink?

The MYRTOS sank on Apr 24, 1982.

When was the wreck of the MYRTOS discovered?

The wreck of the MYRTOS was discovered in 1982.

What country did the MYRTOS belong to?

The MYRTOS belonged to PA.

What cargo was the MYRTOS carrying?

The MYRTOS was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the MYRTOS?

The MYRTOS had a tonnage of 8442 tons.

What type of wreck is the MYRTOS?

The MYRTOS is classified as a carrier.

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