Trehantiri

Name of vessel : Agios Sotis

Boat Type	Trehantiri
Hull Typology	Sharp-sterned (Oxyprymno) The bow and stern converge at their respective posts. The rudder is suspended from the rear part of the stern post and can be either straight or slightly curved.
Dimensions	Length: 8 - 13 m, LOA/MB: 3, LK/MB: 2
Max Capacity	250 tons

Region and Expertise	Found predominantly in the Aegean Sea, especially on the islands of Hydra and Spetses. Construction continues to this day.
Unique Features	The most distinctive characteristic of its hull is the curved shape of the bow stem, which has evolved over time. The stern post, in its modern form, is straight and tilts backward, whereas earlier versions were slightly curved.The middle frame has less acute curvature compared to other traditional boats, enhancing stability and ease of use. The angle between the tangent of the midship frame at the height of the deck and the vertical axis varies: a)From 15° for commercial use b)To 30° for fishing use. The word "Trehantiri" may derive from the Byzantine term trochantira, referring to the stern post. Some Trehantiria in Spetses featured an elevated deck at the stern to maximise covered storage space.

Region and Expertise

Found predominantly in the Aegean Sea, especially on the islands of Hydra and Spetses. Construction continues to this day.

Unique Features

The most distinctive characteristic of its hull is the curved shape of the bow stem, which has evolved over time. The stern post, in its modern form, is straight and tilts backward, whereas earlier versions were slightly curved.The middle frame has less acute curvature compared to other traditional boats, enhancing stability and ease of use. The angle between the tangent of the midship frame at the height of the deck and the vertical axis varies: a)From 15° for commercial use b)To 30° for fishing use. The word "Trehantiri" may derive from the Byzantine term trochantira, referring to the stern post. Some Trehantiria in Spetses featured an elevated deck at the stern to maximise covered storage space.

Purpose	Fishing, trade, passenger, transport, recreation
Propulsion Type	Sailing in the past; now powered by internal combustion engines (ICE)
Still Constructed	Yes