Al Farzana Ajman 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 farzana ajman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 27 N,59 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.450000
  • Longitude: 59.333333
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AL FARZANA AJMAN
Type motor vessel
Flag AE
Length 57.9 m
Width 9.1 m
Tonnage 688
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 12, 1983
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3576/77 20.12.83 BEACHED ABOUT 60M W OF CHAH BAHAR IN APPROX 252500N, 592000E. (LL, 16.9.83). NCA. 7.3.06 STILL IN SAME POSN. REPORT DTD 17.3.84. (LL 255). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 6, 2019

Circumstances of loss

14.9.83 EX-SAFARI COUNTESS. PASSAGE SHARJAH FOR KARACHI. FOREPEAK AND NO 1 HOLD FLOODED WHEN HOLES DEVELOPED IN HULL DURING HEAVY WEATHER. WAS BEACHED TO SAVE LIVES & CARGO. STILL AGROUND ON 14.9.83. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the AL FARZANA AJMAN wreck located?

The AL FARZANA AJMAN wreck is located at coordinates 25 27 N,59 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AL FARZANA AJMAN?

The seabed around the AL FARZANA AJMAN lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the AL FARZANA AJMAN sink?

The AL FARZANA AJMAN sank on May 12, 1983.

When was the wreck of the AL FARZANA AJMAN discovered?

The wreck of the AL FARZANA AJMAN was discovered in 1983.

What country did the AL FARZANA AJMAN belong to?

The AL FARZANA AJMAN belonged to AE.

What cargo was the AL FARZANA AJMAN carrying?

The AL FARZANA AJMAN was carrying general and mixed goods,scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the AL FARZANA AJMAN?

The AL FARZANA AJMAN had a tonnage of 688 tons.

What type of wreck is the AL FARZANA AJMAN?

The AL FARZANA AJMAN is classified as a motor vessel.

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