Albert (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Albert (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 9.597 N,75 46.907 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.159950
  • Longitude: 75.781783
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALBERT (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Cargo construction materials
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 14, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 10, 1987

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck known as ALBERT POSSIBLY is located at coordinates 11 9.597 N, 75 46.907 E in the Arabian Sea off the coast of India. Survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office note historical positioning updates starting from initial sinking reports on February 25, 1968, followed by refined swept depth position data recorded on May 25, 1977.

Surveying Details

H3103/68 25.4.68 H3103/68 25.4.68 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 111000N, 754800E. (LL 17.2.68). AWAIT DD NM. NCA. H2066/75 25.5.77 H2066/75 25.5.77 DWPA 110931N, 754658E. (DEHRA DUN NM 171/77). - NM 1289/77.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER CATCHING FIRE WHILST LYING AT ANCHOR. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ALBERT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ALBERT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 11 9.597 N,75 46.907 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALBERT (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ALBERT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the ALBERT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ALBERT (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 14, 1968.

When was the wreck of the ALBERT (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ALBERT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1968.

What cargo was the ALBERT (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ALBERT (POSSIBLY) was carrying construction materials.

What type of wreck is the ALBERT (POSSIBLY)?

The ALBERT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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