Bola 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bola 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 45 N,34 54 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.750000
  • Longitude: 34.900000
Water Depth 750 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOLA 1
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 142.4 m
Width 18.5 m
Draught 12.3
Tonnage 8603
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.8.79 SANK IN 274500N, 345400E. (LLOYDS 237). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1956. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MINTO SHIPPING CORPORATION. PASSAGE AQABA FOR INDIA. STRUCK A WK & SUBSEQUENTLY SANK IN THE GULF OF AQABA. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 27 45 N,34 54 E
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FAQ

Where is the BOLA 1 wreck located?

The BOLA 1 wreck is located at coordinates 27 45 N,34 54 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOLA 1?

The seabed around the BOLA 1 lies at approximately 750 meters deep.

When did the BOLA 1 sink?

The BOLA 1 sank on Jun 2, 1979.

When was the wreck of the BOLA 1 discovered?

The wreck of the BOLA 1 was discovered in 1979.

What country did the BOLA 1 belong to?

The BOLA 1 belonged to PA.

What cargo was the BOLA 1 carrying?

The BOLA 1 was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the BOLA 1?

The BOLA 1 had a tonnage of 8603 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOLA 1?

The BOLA 1 is classified as a motor vessel.

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