Eastern Liberty Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Eastern liberty Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 55.38 N,74 23.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.923000
  • Longitude: 74.399333
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EASTERN LIBERTY
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 101.8 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 2994
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 10, 1987

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the Eastern Liberty is located off the coast of India near Pigeon Island at coordinates 13 55.38 N, 74 23.96 E. Sunk in July 1980 at a depth of 26 meters after initially being abandoned, the wreck site was later updated with dangerous wreck-safe clearance depth status. Historical records indicate cargo salvage operations were considered following the monsoon season.

Surveying Details

H3449/80 7.7.80 H3449/80 7.7.80 ABANDONED IN APPROX POSN 140500N, 742100E. (LL 7.7.80). H3449/80 17.7.80 H3449/80 17.7.80 SANK IN 26MTRS IN POSN 150 DEG, 5 MILES FROM PIGEON ISLAND. CARGO MAY BE SALVED AFTER MONSOON. (LL 16.7.80). H3449/80 28.5.81 H3449/80 28.5.81 POSN 135518N, 742400E, APPROX. (DD NM 263(T)/81). NCA YET. H2883/85 30.10.85 H2883/85 30.10.85 NOW DWPA IN 135518N, 742400E. (INDIAN NM 440/85). - NM 3067/85.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE YOKOHAMA FOR BASRAH. COMMENCED LEAKING IN NOS 1 & 2 HOLDS. WAS ABANDONED AND LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the EASTERN LIBERTY wreck located?

The EASTERN LIBERTY wreck is located at coordinates 13 55.38 N,74 23.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EASTERN LIBERTY?

The seabed around the EASTERN LIBERTY lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the EASTERN LIBERTY sink?

The EASTERN LIBERTY sank on Jul 3, 1980.

When was the wreck of the EASTERN LIBERTY discovered?

The wreck of the EASTERN LIBERTY was discovered in 1980.

What country did the EASTERN LIBERTY belong to?

The EASTERN LIBERTY belonged to PA.

What cargo was the EASTERN LIBERTY carrying?

The EASTERN LIBERTY was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the EASTERN LIBERTY?

The EASTERN LIBERTY had a tonnage of 2994 tons.

What type of wreck is the EASTERN LIBERTY?

The EASTERN LIBERTY is classified as a motor vessel.

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