Blibis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Blibis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 0.557 N,107 44.614 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.009283
  • Longitude: 107.743567
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name BLIBIS
Type motor vessel
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 21, 1972
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Dec 19, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreck details for the vessel BLIBIS located at coordinates 3 0.557 N, 107 44.614 E situated near the Natuna Islands. Historical survey data indicates the vessel was reported as a total loss after stranding on reefs in the region. The wreck site has been subject to various hydrographic reports since 1974 with records confirming its status as a submerged obstruction. Official maritime charts including NC 1311 reflect the presence of this underwater wreck. The site is identified by its specific geographic position and serves as a navigational hazard for vessels operating in these waters.

Surveying Details

H2110/72 22.7.74 ST IN 030035N, 1074505E. (INDONESIAN NM 157/74). BR STD. 4.7.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 030035N, 1074450E. (LLOYDS VOL.221). 17.10.75 STRANDED ON REEFS NEAR NATUNA, CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.222). 13.5.83 NOT SHOWN ON INDONESIAN CHARTS. 3.9.90 SHOWN ON INDONESIAN 280 [CORRECT TO FEB'87], NOT SHOWN ON INDONESIAN 147 [SMALLER SCALE]. NC 1311. HH527/350/01 2.7.91 CHART AS ST. - NM 2030/91.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1953, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF SEA COMMUNICATIONS, INDONESIA. ON PASSAGE FROM TANJUNG PINANG FOR PULAU SUKI KECIL VIA TAREMPA. STRANDED IN BAD WEATHER ON REEFS NEAR NATUNA ISLAND. CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL'S.221 & 222).

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FAQ

Where is the BLIBIS wreck located?

The BLIBIS wreck is located at coordinates 3 0.557 N,107 44.614 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BLIBIS?

The seabed around the BLIBIS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the BLIBIS sink?

The BLIBIS sank on Nov 21, 1972.

When was the wreck of the BLIBIS discovered?

The wreck of the BLIBIS was discovered in 1972.

What cargo was the BLIBIS carrying?

The BLIBIS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the BLIBIS?

The BLIBIS is classified as a motor vessel.

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