Sun Shield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sun shield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 59.94 N,35 37.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.999000
  • Longitude: 35.632833
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUN SHIELD
Type tanker
Flag VC
Length 78.3 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1480
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2003

Surveying Details

HH180/351/01 18.9.89 COMPLETELY SUNK IN JOUNIEH BAY ABOUT 300MTRS FROM SHORE IN GEN DEPTH OF 25MTRS. (LL 9.9.89). NCA YET - POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH180/351/01 23.11.89 WK PURCHASED AND RENAMED SUN LIGHT. SALVAGE OF CARGO IN HAND AND IT IS PLANNED TO RECOVER VESSEL. (LL 11 & 22.11.89). HH180/351/01 18.12.89 151,792 LITRES OF GASOLINE SALVED TO DATE. (LL 11.12.89). 14.12.95 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH CHART 7348 [1995 EDN]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SHELLED BY SYRIAN ARMY AND SET ON FIRE, WHILE TRYING TO BREAK THEIR BLOCKADE OF CHRISTIAN ENCLAVE IN BEIRUT. TOWED TO JOUNIEH BAY WHERE SHE SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SUN SHIELD wreck located?

The SUN SHIELD wreck is located at coordinates 33 59.94 N,35 37.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SUN SHIELD?

The seabed around the SUN SHIELD lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the SUN SHIELD sink?

The SUN SHIELD sank on Sep 1, 1989.

When was the wreck of the SUN SHIELD discovered?

The wreck of the SUN SHIELD was discovered in 1989.

What country did the SUN SHIELD belong to?

The SUN SHIELD belonged to VC.

What cargo was the SUN SHIELD carrying?

The SUN SHIELD was carrying flammable liquids and gases.

What was the tonnage of the SUN SHIELD?

The SUN SHIELD had a tonnage of 1480 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUN SHIELD?

The SUN SHIELD is classified as a tanker.

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