Emerald Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Emerald Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
26 15.1 N,52 41.058 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.251667
  • Longitude: 52.684300
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 68 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMERALD
Type motor vessel
Length 78.9 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 2193
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 8, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3576/77 17.11.81 SANK IN APPROX 261500N, 524100E, ABOUT 25M NE OF QATAR PENINSULA, IN GEN DEPTH 60MTRS. (LL 11,15.11.81). NCA. POSN UNCERTAIN. H3576/77 7.12.81 SANK IN 261500N, 524100E IN APPROX 68MTRS. CONSIDERED TO BE LYING ON HER SIDE. (MENAS NM 143/81). INS AS USCPA 35MTRS. BR STD. H3576/77 7.12.81 SANK ABOUT 70M NE OF DOHA. (LL 21.11.81). 18.2.92 WGD POSN: 261506N, 524103.5E.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2025

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN A STORM WHILST EN ROUTE RAS AL KHAIMAH TO BAHRAIN, OFF QATAR PENINSULAR.

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FAQ

Where is the EMERALD wreck located?

The EMERALD wreck is located at coordinates 26 15.1 N,52 41.058 E.

How deep is the EMERALD and where exactly is it located?

The EMERALD lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 26 15.1 N,52 41.058 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EMERALD?

The seabed around the EMERALD lies at approximately 68 meters deep.

When did the EMERALD sink?

The EMERALD sank on Nov 8, 1981.

When was the wreck of the EMERALD discovered?

The wreck of the EMERALD was discovered in 1981.

What cargo was the EMERALD carrying?

The EMERALD was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the EMERALD?

The EMERALD had a tonnage of 2193 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMERALD?

The EMERALD is classified as a motor vessel.