Nawal Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nawal Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 23 N,39 6.01 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.383333
  • Longitude: 39.100167
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAWAL
Type tanker
Flag SA
Length 64.3 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 886
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 27, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 2, 2016

Surveying Details

HH479/350/01 26.9.90 WAS LAID UP IN ANCHORAGE OFF JEDDAH AND VISITED DAILY. COULD NOT BE SEEN 27.5.87. FOUND BY DIVERS TO HAVE SUNK. (LL, 16.8.90) NCA, POSN 212300N, 390600E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000164790 2.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON SAUDI 133. [ED JUNE 2015, DTD 23.6.15]. AMEND DEAD. NOT SHOWN ON BA 2577.

Circumstances of loss

16.8.90 WAS LAID UP AND UNMANNED OFF JEDDAH. SANK AT ANCHORAGE. PRESUMED TO HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION INCIDENT. (LL, 16.8.90)

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FAQ

Where is the NAWAL wreck located?

The NAWAL wreck is located at coordinates 21 23 N,39 6.01 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAWAL?

The seabed around the NAWAL lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the NAWAL sink?

The NAWAL sank on May 27, 1987.

When was the wreck of the NAWAL discovered?

The wreck of the NAWAL was discovered in 1987.

What country did the NAWAL belong to?

The NAWAL belonged to SA.

What was the tonnage of the NAWAL?

The NAWAL had a tonnage of 886 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAWAL?

The NAWAL is classified as a tanker.

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