Science One Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Science one Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
29 2.5 N,48 9.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.041667
  • Longitude: 48.158333
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SCIENCE ONE
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.8.75 1.8.75 SANK IN SHUAIBA PORT, KUWAIT. (LL, 28.7.75). NCA, POSN 290230N, 480930E FOR FILING ONLY. 16.4.09 16.4.09 NOT SHOWN ON US GOVERNMENT CHART OF 2003, BASED ON A SURVEY DTD 2002 SCALE 1:12,500. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 1223.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2006

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN SHUAIBA PORT, KUWAIT AFTER COLLIDING WITH MFV BYAH II. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 29 2.5 N,48 9.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the SCIENCE ONE wreck located?

The SCIENCE ONE wreck is located at coordinates 29 2.5 N,48 9.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SCIENCE ONE?

The seabed around the SCIENCE ONE lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the SCIENCE ONE sink?

The SCIENCE ONE sank on Jul 26, 1975.

When was the wreck of the SCIENCE ONE discovered?

The wreck of the SCIENCE ONE was discovered in 1975.

What type of wreck is the SCIENCE ONE?

The SCIENCE ONE is classified as a fishing vessel.