Theseus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Theseus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 38 N,29 48 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.633333
  • Longitude: 29.800000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THESEUS
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 84.7 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1988
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,gas
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 7, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.8.72 SUNK IN APPROX POSN 343800N, 294800E. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1946 BY LINDHOLMENS VARV A/B, GOTHENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NAVAMASSA CIA NAV SA. PASSAGE SUDA BAY FOR HAIFA. SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the THESEUS wreck located?

The THESEUS wreck is located at coordinates 34 38 N,29 48 E.

How deep is the seabed around the THESEUS?

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

When did the THESEUS sink?

The THESEUS sank on Oct 7, 1971.

When was the wreck of the THESEUS discovered?

The wreck of the THESEUS was discovered in 1971.

What country did the THESEUS belong to?

The THESEUS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the THESEUS carrying?

The THESEUS was carrying chemicals,gas.

What was the tonnage of the THESEUS?

The THESEUS had a tonnage of 1988 tons.

What type of wreck is the THESEUS?

The THESEUS is classified as a carrier.

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