Norman Atlantic (Bow Section) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Norman atlantic (bow section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
26 18.25 N,56 46.43 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 26.304167
- Longitude: 56.773833
|
| Wreck Depth |
85 m
|
| Water Depth |
102 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) |
|
Type
|
tanker
|
| Flag |
SG |
| Length |
252 m |
| Width |
32 m |
| Draught |
15 |
| Sonar Length |
115 |
| Shadow Height |
21.6 |
| Orientation |
55 |
| Tonnage |
42093 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
flammable liquids and gases
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 10, 1987
|
| Original Detection Year |
1987 |
| Last Detection Year |
2025 |
| Original Source |
naval vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
May 16, 2025 |
Surveying Details
H6758/87 11.12.87 VESSEL BROKE IN TWO. STERN SECTION SANK IN 261248N, 563854E; BOW SECTION IN 261800N, 564600E APPROX [ON FOLLOWING DAY]. BOTH SECTIONS HAD CONSIDERABLE FIRE DAMAGE. UNLIKELY EITHER WOULD HAVE DRIFTED SIGNIFICANTLY. (OIC HYDROGRAPHY, SON). CHART AS USC PA 40MTRS IN 261800N, 564600E. - NM 61/88. HH497/400/02 18.9.96 LOCATED 31.7.96 IN 261815.0N, 564625.8E [WGD] USING DGPS. E/S DEPTH FROM SINGLE 'ON TOP' 85MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 102MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 18MTRS. APPEARS TO BE UPRIGHT BOW SECTION OF TANKER. LENGTH 115MTRS, WIDTH 30MTRS. LIES 150/330DEGS. THIS SECTION APPEARS INTACT WITH NO DEBRIS. DUE TO HEAVY SHIPPING & POOR VISIBILITY NOT FULLY EXAMINED. ONLY ONE PASS WITH E/S & DCS3 ACHIEVED. (HMS HECLA, HI 641, HN DTD 1.8.96). BR STD. HH497/400/02 3.2.97 IN 261816.2N, 564628.2E [WGD] USING /400/02 3.2.97 DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 79 IN GEN DEPTH 100MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 21.6MTRS. LENGTH 125MTRS, WIDTH 20MTRS. LIES 055/235DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (HMS ROEBUCK, SIG DTD 28.1.97). BR STD. HH497/400/02 18.2.97 DCS3 SHOWS BOW SECTION LYING ON PORT SIDE, WITH BOWS IN 055DEGS DIRECTION. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 712). NCA. 29.9.08 LOCATED IN 2618.159N, 5646.558E [WGD]. (W LEEMAN, E-MAIL DTD 23.9.08). NCA. SEP 2012/000154554 3.8.12 NOW WK 85MTRS. (OMANI NM 7/11/12). BR STD. SEP 2015/000019046 23.2.15 WK 85MTRS IN 2618.25N, 5646.43E [WGD]. (OMANI WKS LIST 2015). POSN LEFT AS W LEEMAN, E-MAIL DTD 23.9.08 ABOVE.
Circumstances of loss
6.12.87 BUILT IN 1972 BY BRODOGRADILISTE I TVORNICA DIZEL MOTORA 'SPLIT', SPLIT. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SINGA ATLANTIC PTE. LTD. PASSAGE KUWAIT FOR FUJAIRAH. ATTACKED BY IRANIAN GUNBOATS ON 6.12.87. ROCKET-PROPELLED GRENADES STARTED A FIRE WHICH RAPIDLY SPREAD & BURNED FOR THREE DAYS. VESSEL EVENTUALLY BROKE IN TWO & SANK. (MSD).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
26 18.25 N,56 46.43 E
Norman Atlantic (Bow Section) on Wreck Map
Norman Atlantic (Bow Section) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) wreck located?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 26 18.25 N,56 46.43 E.
How deep is the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) and where exactly is it located?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) lies at a depth of about 85 meters and is located at coordinates 26 18.25 N,56 46.43 E.
How deep is the seabed around the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION)?
The seabed around the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) lies at approximately 102 meters deep.
When did the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) sink?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) sank on Dec 10, 1987.
When was the wreck of the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) discovered?
The wreck of the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) was discovered in 1987.
What country did the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) belong to?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) belonged to SG.
What cargo was the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) carrying?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) was carrying flammable liquids and gases.
What was the tonnage of the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION)?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) had a tonnage of 42093 tons.
What type of wreck is the NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION)?
The NORMAN ATLANTIC (BOW SECTION) is classified as a tanker.
General Comments
BOW SECTION 115 METERS LONG, LYING ON PORT SIDE See Also: 43985