Sylvia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sylvia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 32 N,6 7 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.533333
  • Longitude: 6.116667
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SYLVIA
Type motor vessel
Flag HN
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 19, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4018/70 26.5.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 423000N, 060700E. (LL 228). 16.11.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 423200N, 060700E IN GEN DEPTH 2410MTRS. (LL 230). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 9, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-ATHANASSIOS I. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY INTERSHIP CO LTD. PASSAGE GREECE FOR SPEZIA. SANK FOLLOWING LEAK IN THE ENGINE ROOM. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 32 N,6 7 E
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FAQ

Where is the SYLVIA wreck located?

The SYLVIA wreck is located at coordinates 42 32 N,6 7 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SYLVIA?

The seabed around the SYLVIA lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the SYLVIA sink?

The SYLVIA sank on May 19, 1977.

When was the wreck of the SYLVIA discovered?

The wreck of the SYLVIA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SYLVIA belong to?

The SYLVIA belonged to HN.

What type of wreck is the SYLVIA?

The SYLVIA is classified as a motor vessel.