Biacan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Biacan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 45 N,53 34.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.750000
  • Longitude: 53.575000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BIACAN
Type motor vessel
Length 35 m
Sonar Length 35
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1997
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date May 16, 2025

Surveying Details

HH485/400/02 5.11.97 STRANDED & PARTIALLY SUBMERGED IN 164500N, 533418E. (OMANI NM 10/28/97, PRINTED COPY). CHART AS ST. BR STD. HH485/400/02 11.11.97 POSITION OF WK GIVEN AS 164500N, 533403E. (FAXED COPY OF OMANI NM 28/97). NCA. HH485/400/02 20.11.97 CORRECT POSN IS 164500N, 533418E [WGD]. (SULTANATE OF OMAN, MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS, FAX DTD 16.11.97). NCA. SEP 2015/000019046 5.2.15 ST IN 1645.00N, 5334.50E [WGD]. (OMANI WKS LIST 2015).

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FAQ

Where is the BIACAN wreck located?

The BIACAN wreck is located at coordinates 16 45 N,53 34.5 E.

When was the wreck of the BIACAN discovered?

The wreck of the BIACAN was discovered in 1997.

What type of wreck is the BIACAN?

The BIACAN is classified as a motor vessel.

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