Abu Moosa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Abu moosa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
1 14.5 N,103 47.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.241667
  • Longitude: 103.790000
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ABU MOOSA
Type tug
Flag PA
Tonnage 18
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 13, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH522/350/01 10.3.89 SANK IN WESTERN PETROLEUM ANCHORAGE AT GRID POSN 4841C. NOT YET LOCATED. (LLOYDS VOL.275). POSN 011430N, 1034730E FOR FILING ONLY. 27.10.01 NOT SHOWN ON SINGAPORE 4035 [2001 EDN]. NOT SHOWN ON NC 4035. NCA, NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. 1.3.04 NOT SHOWN ON SINGAPORE 4035 [2004 EDN], SOURCE DATA DIAGRAM SHOWS AREA OF WESTERN PETROLEUM ANCHORAGE SURVEYED 1996-2003. ASSUMED LIFTED. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHUAN HUP. SANK, NOT YET LOCATED. SALVORS APPOINTED ON 'NO CURE-NO PAY' BASIS TO REFLOAT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ABU MOOSA wreck located?

The ABU MOOSA wreck is located at coordinates 1 14.5 N,103 47.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ABU MOOSA?

The seabed around the ABU MOOSA lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the ABU MOOSA sink?

The ABU MOOSA sank on Jan 13, 1989.

When was the wreck of the ABU MOOSA discovered?

The wreck of the ABU MOOSA was discovered in 1989.

What country did the ABU MOOSA belong to?

The ABU MOOSA belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the ABU MOOSA?

The ABU MOOSA had a tonnage of 18 tons.

What type of wreck is the ABU MOOSA?

The ABU MOOSA is classified as a tug.