Himbol Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Himbol Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 54 N,52 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.900000
  • Longitude: 52.466667
Water Depth 3200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HIMBOL
Type carrier
Flag ER
Length 97.5 m
Width 15.1 m
Draught 5.9
Tonnage 3031
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 10, 2003
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.7.03 SANK IN 1054.0N, 5228.0E. (LL 14.7.03). INS AS NDWPA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2003

Circumstances of loss

EX-LIFT ON '02, EX-RODOLFO '01, EX-ALEXANDROS II '00, EX-LIFT ON '87, EX-LIFTON '80. BUILT IN 1977 BY BAATSERVICE VERFT AS, MANDAL. SIX CYLINDER OIL ENGINE OF 3499BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. 100A1 AT LLOYDS. SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED. TWO MEN LOST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HIMBOL wreck located?

The HIMBOL wreck is located at coordinates 10 54 N,52 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HIMBOL?

The seabed around the HIMBOL lies at approximately 3200 meters deep.

When did the HIMBOL sink?

The HIMBOL sank on Jul 10, 2003.

When was the wreck of the HIMBOL discovered?

The wreck of the HIMBOL was discovered in 2003.

What country did the HIMBOL belong to?

The HIMBOL belonged to ER.

What was the tonnage of the HIMBOL?

The HIMBOL had a tonnage of 3031 tons.

What type of wreck is the HIMBOL?

The HIMBOL is classified as a carrier.

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