Hamzi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hamzi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 50 N,35 53.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.833333
  • Longitude: 35.891667
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HAMZI
Type motor vessel
Flag SY
Length 51.8 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 455
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 19, 1983
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2990/71 24.1.86 H2990/71 24.1.86 REPORTED STRANDED NEAR YUMURTALIK, 3M W OF BOTAS TERMINAL. IMPOSSIBLE TO REFLOAT & REPAIR AS ON ROCKY GROUND. NO BUYER FOUND. (LL, 17.5.85 & 13.1.86). NCA YET, POSN 365000N, 355330E FOR FILING ONLY. 28.6.08 28.6.08 NOT SHOWN ON TURKISH 3343 [JUL '07 EDN, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. SOURCE DATA DIAGRAM SHOWS AREA SURVEYED 2003. AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 247.
Last Amended Date Jun 28, 2008

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED AT GOLOVASI, NEAR YUMURTALIK. ABANDONED BY MASTER & CREW. EMPTY OF CARGO. (LLOYDS VOL.251)

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FAQ

Where is the HAMZI wreck located?

The HAMZI wreck is located at coordinates 36 50 N,35 53.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HAMZI?

The seabed around the HAMZI lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the HAMZI sink?

The HAMZI sank on Jan 19, 1983.

When was the wreck of the HAMZI discovered?

The wreck of the HAMZI was discovered in 1985.

What country did the HAMZI belong to?

The HAMZI belonged to SY.

What was the tonnage of the HAMZI?

The HAMZI had a tonnage of 455 tons.

What type of wreck is the HAMZI?

The HAMZI is classified as a motor vessel.