Abu Al Khair Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Abu al khair Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 20 N,58 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.333333
  • Longitude: 58.500000
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ABU AL KHAIR
Type motor vessel
Flag KW
Length 79.6 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1501
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 6, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1273/84 12.8.85 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 192000N, 583000E APPROX. (LLOYDS CASUALTY RETURNS JUNE 1985). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 5, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1956 BY S.A. DES ANCIEN CHANTIERS DUBIGEON, NANTES CHANTENAY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SALIM R DABBOUS. ON PASSAGE FROM SHUWAIKH TO MOGADISCIO. CAPSIZED & SANK AFTER CARGO HAD SHIFTED. MASTER LOST, 17 SURVIVORS. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ABU AL KHAIR wreck located?

The ABU AL KHAIR wreck is located at coordinates 19 20 N,58 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ABU AL KHAIR?

The seabed around the ABU AL KHAIR lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the ABU AL KHAIR sink?

The ABU AL KHAIR sank on Jun 6, 1985.

When was the wreck of the ABU AL KHAIR discovered?

The wreck of the ABU AL KHAIR was discovered in 1985.

What country did the ABU AL KHAIR belong to?

The ABU AL KHAIR belonged to KW.

What cargo was the ABU AL KHAIR carrying?

The ABU AL KHAIR was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ABU AL KHAIR?

The ABU AL KHAIR had a tonnage of 1501 tons.

What type of wreck is the ABU AL KHAIR?

The ABU AL KHAIR is classified as a motor vessel.

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