Tim Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Tim star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 9.714 N,29 48.984 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.161900
  • Longitude: 29.816400
Wreck Depth 5.8 m
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TIM STAR
Type tug
Flag EG
Length 58.8 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 493
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 11, 2025

Surveying Details

H2526/83 25.3.85 WK IN 310948N, 294906E. (CDR A MARZONA TELEX 4.3.85) CAPSIZED IN 310949N, 294858E IN 11MTRS. TO BE REMOVED BY EGYPTIAN NAVY ON BEHALF OF OWNERS. (LL, 24.3.85 & DIFRAP 1709/85). NCA. H2526/83 13.6.85 WK MOVED FROM PORT ENTRANCE AND SUNK COMPLETELY. (LL, 30.5.85). NO POSN GIVEN. NCA YET. H2526/83 8.7.85 SUNK IN 310941N, 294851E. (EGYPTIAN NAV WARNING 82/85). INS AS DW. - NM 1892/85. 8.10.87 EUR POSN: 310945N, 294859E. NC 3119. 25.4.89 SHOWN IN 310941.5N, 294858E ON EGYPTIAN M3 [1988 EDN]. NCA. 9.1.90 WGD POSN: 310941N, 294857E. NE 3119. 4.6.98 WK 5.8MTRS SHOWN IN 310943N, 294859E [WGD] ON US 56103 [MAR'97 EDN]. NE 3119.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED DURING HEAVY WEATHER WHILE ON PASSAGE SIDI KERIR FOR ALEXANDRIA. 7 OF 23 CREW LOST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the TIM STAR wreck located?

The TIM STAR wreck is located at coordinates 31 9.714 N,29 48.984 E.

How deep is the TIM STAR and where exactly is it located?

The TIM STAR lies at a depth of about 5.8 meters and is located at coordinates 31 9.714 N,29 48.984 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TIM STAR?

The seabed around the TIM STAR lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the TIM STAR discovered?

The wreck of the TIM STAR was discovered in 1985.

What country did the TIM STAR belong to?

The TIM STAR belonged to EG.

What was the tonnage of the TIM STAR?

The TIM STAR had a tonnage of 493 tons.

What type of wreck is the TIM STAR?

The TIM STAR is classified as a tug.

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