Ghinda (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Ghinda (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 5.3 N,43 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.088333
  • Longitude: 43.333333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GHINDA (POSSIBLY)
Type coaster
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products,containers
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 13, 1976
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3555/80 3.7.80 H3555/80 3.7.80 RADAR CONSPICUOUS WK OF A COASTER, REPORTED STRANDED IN 130518N, 432000E. RADAR CONSPIC FROM 12-15M & A USEFUL NAVIGATION AID. (SS TOKYO BAY HN DTD 21.6.80) INS AS ST PA RA CONSPIC. - NM 1574/80. H3886/85 10.10.85 H3886/85 10.10.85 CONFIRMED AS RA CONSPIC AND USEFUL NAVAID. (K. RIDDICK, 23.9.85).
Last Amended Date Mar 18, 2000

Circumstances of loss

13.4.76 'GHINDA', EX 'MOHAMMED NURE ALI', STRANDED APPROX 10KM FROM MOKHA. CARGO OF 2000 CASES OF MATCHES & 133 EMPTY DRUMS, ALL DRUMS & 950 CARTONS OF MATCHES SALVAGED. VESSEL PRESENTLY FILLED WITH WATER. (LL, 13.4.76).

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FAQ

Where is the GHINDA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The GHINDA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 13 5.3 N,43 20 E.

When did the GHINDA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The GHINDA (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 13, 1976.

When was the wreck of the GHINDA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GHINDA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1976.

What cargo was the GHINDA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The GHINDA (POSSIBLY) was carrying wood: unprocessed and products,containers.

What type of wreck is the GHINDA (POSSIBLY)?

The GHINDA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a coaster.

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