Amra I Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Amra i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 20.2 N,53 34.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.336667
  • Longitude: 53.575000
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMRA I
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Length 79.2 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 1321
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo granular or powdery material,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 30, 1991

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck AMRA I is located off the coast of Socotra Island, Yemen, in the Arabian Sea at coordinates 12 20.2 N, 53 34.5 E. This underwater obstruction is classified as a beached and abandoned vessel. The wreck is charted as PA, meaning its position is approximate. Historical survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office and the Yemen Ports Authority indicate the vessel was grounded in 1991. The site is recognized as a maritime hazard, and mariners should exercise caution when navigating near these coordinates in the waters surrounding Socotra.

Surveying Details

HH120/351/01 25.9.91 BEACHED IN 122000N, 533400E. (LLOYDS VOL.285). NCA YET. HH120/351/02 30.10.91 BEACHED & ABANDONED IN 122012N, 533430E, APPROX. (YEMEN PORTS AUTHORITY, NM 4/91). CHART AS ST PA. - NM 3194/91.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE MOGADISCIO TO DUBAI. REPORTED TAKING IN WATER & SINKING. LATER BEACHED ON S COAST OF SOCOTRA & ABANDONED BY CREW. (LLOYDS VOL.285).

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FAQ

Where is the AMRA I wreck located?

The AMRA I wreck is located at coordinates 12 20.2 N,53 34.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AMRA I?

The seabed around the AMRA I lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the AMRA I sink?

The AMRA I sank on Sep 20, 1991.

When was the wreck of the AMRA I discovered?

The wreck of the AMRA I was discovered in 1991.

What country did the AMRA I belong to?

The AMRA I belonged to VC.

What cargo was the AMRA I carrying?

The AMRA I was carrying granular or powdery material,grain.

What was the tonnage of the AMRA I?

The AMRA I had a tonnage of 1321 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMRA I?

The AMRA I is classified as a motor vessel.

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