Alkis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alkis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 2 S,1 41 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.033333
  • Longitude: -1.683333
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALKIS
Type tanker
Flag LR
Length 169.6 m
Width 21.9 m
Draught 12.2
Tonnage 11971
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.8.71 10.8.71 WK IN 330200S, 014100W. (LL VOL. 205). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1955 BY J.L. THOMPSON & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CASTLE SHIPPING CORP. PASSAGE KHOR AL AMAYA FOR MONTEVIDEO. TAKEN IN TOW AFTER SEVERE CRACKS APPEARED IN HER DECK PLATING. SHE WAS THEN ABANDONED & SANK WHEN THE WEATHER FURTHER DETERIORATED. (MDS)

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FAQ

Where is the ALKIS wreck located?

The ALKIS wreck is located at coordinates 33 2 S,1 41 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALKIS?

The seabed around the ALKIS lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the ALKIS sink?

The ALKIS sank on Jul 30, 1971.

When was the wreck of the ALKIS discovered?

The wreck of the ALKIS was discovered in 1971.

What country did the ALKIS belong to?

The ALKIS belonged to LR.

What cargo was the ALKIS carrying?

The ALKIS was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the ALKIS?

The ALKIS had a tonnage of 11971 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALKIS?

The ALKIS is classified as a tanker.

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