Almoussa-D Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Almoussa-d Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 10 N,41 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.166667
  • Longitude: 41.833333
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALMOUSSA-D
Type motor vessel
Flag EG
Length 70.1 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1019
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 20, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3334/86 18.11.88 SANK IN 1000FT OF WATER WNW OF ZUBAIR ISLANDS. (LL, 28.10.88). POSN 151000N, 415000E. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 10, 2003

Circumstances of loss

17.10.88 VESSEL, BUILT 1961 BY JAMES LAMONT & CO. LTD, PORT GLASGOW, EX ALMOUSSA, EX SIRDHANA FORTUNE, EX PUKEKO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BY DELTA MARITIME CO. CAUGHT FIRE 17.10.88 OFF MOKHA PORT. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND DRIFTED FOR THREE DAYS BEFORE SINKING WNW OF ZUBAIR ISLANDS. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the ALMOUSSA-D wreck located?

The ALMOUSSA-D wreck is located at coordinates 15 10 N,41 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALMOUSSA-D?

The seabed around the ALMOUSSA-D lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the ALMOUSSA-D sink?

The ALMOUSSA-D sank on Oct 20, 1988.

When was the wreck of the ALMOUSSA-D discovered?

The wreck of the ALMOUSSA-D was discovered in 1988.

What country did the ALMOUSSA-D belong to?

The ALMOUSSA-D belonged to EG.

What was the tonnage of the ALMOUSSA-D?

The ALMOUSSA-D had a tonnage of 1019 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALMOUSSA-D?

The ALMOUSSA-D is classified as a motor vessel.

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