Hamada Shams Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hamada shams Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
31 20.999 N,30 4.516 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.349983
  • Longitude: 30.075267
Wreck Depth 1.5 m
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water Springs
Name HAMADA SHAMS
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1998
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details HH405/470/03 8.12.98 SANK IN 312100N, 300430E [WGD]. MARKED BY UNLIT RED BUOY 1.5MTRS DIAMETER. (EGYPTIAN NAV WARNING 149/98). INS AS DWPA (BUOYED). - NM 175/99. HH405/470/03 13.8.99 ABOVE DATA REPEATED. (EGYPTIAN NM 8/1999). NFA. 13.6.05 SHOWN AS WK 1.5MTRS IN 3121.000N, 3004.500E [WGD] ON EGYPTIAN M12 [APR'05 EDN]. NE 2681.
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2024

General Comments

Anchoring / Trawling Restricted

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FAQ

Where is the HAMADA SHAMS wreck located?

The HAMADA SHAMS wreck is located at coordinates 31 20.999 N,30 4.516 E.

How deep is the HAMADA SHAMS and where exactly is it located?

The HAMADA SHAMS lies at a depth of about 1.5 meters and is located at coordinates 31 20.999 N,30 4.516 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HAMADA SHAMS?

The seabed around the HAMADA SHAMS lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the HAMADA SHAMS discovered?

The wreck of the HAMADA SHAMS was discovered in 1998.

What type of wreck is the HAMADA SHAMS?

The HAMADA SHAMS is classified as a tug.