Hassim Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hassim Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 15 N,56 44 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.250000
  • Longitude: 56.733333
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HASSIM
Type motor vessel
Flag KW
Length 53 m
Width 9 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo construction materials,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 20, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 16, 2025

Surveying Details

11.1.74 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 261500N, 564400E[UND] IN 150FT OF WATER IN BUSY SHIPPING LANE. (LL 215). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H3576/77 22.8.78 SEARCHED FOR BUT NOT LOCATED. (HMS HECATE, ROS DTD 30.6.78). NCA. 17.8.12 NDW SHOWN IN 2615.0N, 5644.0E [WGD] ON OMANI 1219 [EDN DTD 4.2011, 1:125,000]. NCA. SEP 2015/000019046 23.2.15 WK IN 2615.0N,5644.0E [WGD]. (OMANI WKS LIST 2015). FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE KARACHI FOR ABU DHABI. REPORTED TO HAVE SUNK AFTER BEING SWAMPED TURBULENCE FROM AN UNKNOWN TANKER WHICH SUDDENLY CHANGED COURSE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HASSIM wreck located?

The HASSIM wreck is located at coordinates 26 15 N,56 44 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HASSIM?

The seabed around the HASSIM lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the HASSIM sink?

The HASSIM sank on Dec 20, 1973.

When was the wreck of the HASSIM discovered?

The wreck of the HASSIM was discovered in 1973.

What country did the HASSIM belong to?

The HASSIM belonged to KW.

What cargo was the HASSIM carrying?

The HASSIM was carrying construction materials,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the HASSIM?

The HASSIM had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the HASSIM?

The HASSIM is classified as a motor vessel.

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