Sirius Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sirius Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 57 N,58 4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.950000
  • Longitude: -58.066667
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIRIUS
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Cargo cement,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 23, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1277/85 14.2.85 POSN 10M OFF GEORGETOWN, GUYANA. (LL, 28.1.85). POSN 065700N, 580400W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA YET. H1277/85 2.5.85 VESSEL HAS NOT BEEN SALVED. (LL, 22.4.85). NO BETTER POSN GIVEN. NCA. SEP 2017/000255768 1.12.17 NOTHING SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2017-2018. (IIC TECHNOLOGIES LTD, HI 1557). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 20, 2018

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE BARBADOS FOR GUYANA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GULLFIELD SHIPPING CO, ST VINCENT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SIRIUS wreck located?

The SIRIUS wreck is located at coordinates 6 57 N,58 4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIRIUS?

The seabed around the SIRIUS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the SIRIUS sink?

The SIRIUS sank on Jan 23, 1985.

When was the wreck of the SIRIUS discovered?

The wreck of the SIRIUS was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SIRIUS belong to?

The SIRIUS belonged to VC.

What cargo was the SIRIUS carrying?

The SIRIUS was carrying cement,general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the SIRIUS?

The SIRIUS is classified as a motor vessel.