Sabrin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Sabrin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 6.5 N,33 57.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.108333
  • Longitude: 33.958333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SABRIN
Type motor vessel
Length 19.8 m
Cargo general and mixed goods,armament
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 5, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.2.73 9.2.73 VESSEL RAN AGROUND IN 350700N, 335700E, 3KMS S OF THE ENTRANCE TO FAMAGUSTA PORT. (LL VOL. 211). 30.4.92 30.4.92 REFLOATED. POSN REPORTED AS 350630N, 335730E. (LL VOL. 211). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ALEXANDRIA FOR FAMAGUSTA FOR SYRIA. RAN AGROUND NEAR FAMAGUSTA. REFLOATED UNDAMAGED & TOWED INTO THE HARBOUR AFTER CREW HAD ASKED FOR HELP. (LL VOL. 211)

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FAQ

Where is the SABRIN wreck located?

The SABRIN wreck is located at coordinates 35 6.5 N,33 57.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SABRIN?

The seabed around the SABRIN lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the SABRIN sink?

The SABRIN sank on Feb 5, 1973.

When was the wreck of the SABRIN discovered?

The wreck of the SABRIN was discovered in 1973.

What cargo was the SABRIN carrying?

The SABRIN was carrying general and mixed goods,armament.

What type of wreck is the SABRIN?

The SABRIN is classified as a motor vessel.

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