Shiqma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Shiqma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 28 N,39 23 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.466667
  • Longitude: 39.383333
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIQMA
Type container ship
Flag IL
Length 127.4 m
Width 17.9 m
Draught 9.2
Tonnage 6227
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo containers
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3555/80 1.6.81 SANK IN APPROX POSN 182800N, 392300E IN 200+FMS. (LL 26.5.81). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 3, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-PINE, BUILT IN 1961 BY H C STUCKEN SOHN, HAMBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ZIM ISRAEL NAVIGATION CO LTD. PASSAGE ELIAT FOR S AFRICA. DEVELOPED A HEAVY LIST AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the SHIQMA wreck located?

The SHIQMA wreck is located at coordinates 18 28 N,39 23 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHIQMA?

The seabed around the SHIQMA lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the SHIQMA sink?

The SHIQMA sank on May 25, 1981.

When was the wreck of the SHIQMA discovered?

The wreck of the SHIQMA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the SHIQMA belong to?

The SHIQMA belonged to IL.

What cargo was the SHIQMA carrying?

The SHIQMA was carrying containers.

What was the tonnage of the SHIQMA?

The SHIQMA had a tonnage of 6227 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHIQMA?

The SHIQMA is classified as a container ship.

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