Bassam B Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Bassam b Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 34 N,35 22.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.566667
  • Longitude: 35.370000
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BASSAM B
Type motor vessel
Flag LB
Length 70.1 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 398
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo containers,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH180/351/01 7.9.89 SUNK WITHIN BASIN AT SIDON. CARGO BEING RECOVERED. (LL, 22,24,29.8.89). POSN APPROX 333400N, 352220E. NCA. HH180/351/01 25.4.91 COMPLETELY SUBMERGED AND LYING ON SIDE. NO PROSPECT OF REMOVAL. (LL, 20.4.91).
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2003

Circumstances of loss

24.8.89 MALICIOUSLY DAMAGED BY THREE UNDERWATER EXPLOSIVE DEVICES WHILE AT SIDON. CAPSIZED AND SANK. (LL, 24.8.89).

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FAQ

Where is the BASSAM B wreck located?

The BASSAM B wreck is located at coordinates 33 34 N,35 22.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BASSAM B?

The seabed around the BASSAM B lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the BASSAM B sink?

The BASSAM B sank on Aug 21, 1989.

When was the wreck of the BASSAM B discovered?

The wreck of the BASSAM B was discovered in 1989.

What country did the BASSAM B belong to?

The BASSAM B belonged to LB.

What cargo was the BASSAM B carrying?

The BASSAM B was carrying containers,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the BASSAM B?

The BASSAM B had a tonnage of 398 tons.

What type of wreck is the BASSAM B?

The BASSAM B is classified as a motor vessel.

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