Al Montaser Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Al montaser Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 1.5 N,41 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.025000
  • Longitude: 41.916667
Water Depth 380 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AL MONTASER
Type motor vessel
Flag SA
Length 156.6 m
Width 19.7 m
Draught 9.3
Tonnage 9075
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 22, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3555/80 13.9.82 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 150130N, 415500E, BY SALVAGE TUG. (LL, 23/24.6.82). NCA. PLOTS IN OVER 380MTRS.
Last Amended Date Jun 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1960 BY CHANTIERS ET ATELIERS DE PROVENCE, PORT DE BOUC, SANK AFTER FIRE & ATTEMPTS TO TOW & BEACH FAILED. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SAUSI FORUM LINE. VESSEL WAS ON PASSAGE JEDDAH FOR MOKHA. ALL 27 CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the AL MONTASER wreck located?

The AL MONTASER wreck is located at coordinates 15 1.5 N,41 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AL MONTASER?

The seabed around the AL MONTASER lies at approximately 380 meters deep.

When did the AL MONTASER sink?

The AL MONTASER sank on Jun 22, 1982.

When was the wreck of the AL MONTASER discovered?

The wreck of the AL MONTASER was discovered in 1982.

What country did the AL MONTASER belong to?

The AL MONTASER belonged to SA.

What cargo was the AL MONTASER carrying?

The AL MONTASER was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the AL MONTASER?

The AL MONTASER had a tonnage of 9075 tons.

What type of wreck is the AL MONTASER?

The AL MONTASER is classified as a motor vessel.

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