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AFRICA - IMO 6619138
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Wreck of the tanker AFRICA at Sarakiniko, Milos island, 07/09/2017
Running aground in 12/2003 during a heavy storm (11 beaufort) probably because of a damage of the machinery. Not very much visible of the tanker any more.
For everyone who is interested, please find a few photos of 2006 here:
- http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=1241279
- http://www.shipspotting.com/gallery/photo.php?lid=1241277
Some information: www.snorkelclub.blogspot.de/2015/01/shipwreck-on-milos-island-greece.html
A little bit more about about the (fantastic) location:
http://mygreecetravelblog.com/2012/05/03/hit-the-beach-spectacular-sarakiniko-on-milos/2/
Under water clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqnjAGLEmZA
Vessel
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Former name(s):
- El Miura (Until 1993)
- Sicily (Until 1993)
- Dubai Star (Until 1991 May)
- Thita Pegasus (Until 1987)
- Esso Purfleet (Until 1983)
- Sicily (Until 1967 Jan)
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