Al Fao (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Al fao (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		29 1.5 N,48 11.104 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.025000
  • Longitude: 48.185067
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AL FAO (PROBABLY)
Type tanker
Flag IQ
Length 257.6 m
Width 37.2 m
Draught 13.4
Tonnage 41477
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2000

Surveying Details

HH498/353/01 16.5.91 HH498/353/01 16.5.91 APPARENTLY BADLY DAMAGED AND AGROUND OFF MINA ABDULLAH, MINA AL AHMADI, KUWAIT, AND LEAKING OIL. (LL, 11 & 27.4.91). NCA YET. HH493/410/01 7.6.91 HH493/410/01 7.6.91 UNKNOWN SUNKEN TANKER LIES BETWEEN PRODUCTS PIER AND MINA ABDULLAH LOADING TERMINAL, IN 290123N, 481103.5E APPROX. (GULF AGENCY PORT INFORMATION, MAY '91). INS AS ST PA - NM 1796/91. 17.11.93 17.11.93 [WGD] POSN: 290131N, 481107E. NC 1223. 24.4.99 24.4.99 NOW CHARTED IN 2901500N, 4811.104E [WGD]. NE 1223. HH493/410/03 8.12.00 HH493/410/03 8.12.00 NOT SHOWN ON KUWAIT 8E [2ND EDN 1999]. DELETE. - NM 352/01.

Circumstances of loss

3.3.91 EX-WORLD KNOWLEDGE '82], EX- KRITI '88. BUILT 1969 BY MITSUI SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, TAMANO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ARAB MARITIME PETROLEUM TRANSPORT CO. REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN SUNK PRIOR TO 3.3.91 OFF SHUAIBA DURING 1990-91 IRAQI OCCUPATION OF KUWAIT HOSTILITIES. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 29 1.5 N,48 11.104 E
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FAQ

Where is the AL FAO (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The AL FAO (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 29 1.5 N,48 11.104 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AL FAO (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the AL FAO (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the AL FAO (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the AL FAO (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1991.

What country did the AL FAO (PROBABLY) belong to?

The AL FAO (PROBABLY) belonged to IQ.

What cargo was the AL FAO (PROBABLY) carrying?

The AL FAO (PROBABLY) was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the AL FAO (PROBABLY)?

The AL FAO (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 41477 tons.

What type of wreck is the AL FAO (PROBABLY)?

The AL FAO (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.

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