Mansco Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mansco Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 21 N,51 47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.350000
  • Longitude: 51.783333
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MANSCO
Type motor vessel
Flag AE
Length 65.8 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 478
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 30, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2710/84 27.9.84 SANK AT QISHIN BAY, MUKALLA. (LL 21.9.84). NCA YET. H2710/84 11.10.84 SANK IN 152100N, 514700E IN 45FMS OF WATER. (LL 2.10.84). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Feb 3, 2000

Circumstances of loss

DEVELOPED A LEAK AND LISTED. EN ROUTE SALALAH TO ADEN. LATER SANK IMMEDIATELY AFTER DECK CARGO OF TIMBER & CARS HAD BEEN DISLODGED DUE TO SHIPS LIST.

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FAQ

Where is the MANSCO wreck located?

The MANSCO wreck is located at coordinates 15 21 N,51 47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MANSCO?

The seabed around the MANSCO lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the MANSCO sink?

The MANSCO sank on Aug 30, 1984.

When was the wreck of the MANSCO discovered?

The wreck of the MANSCO was discovered in 1984.

What country did the MANSCO belong to?

The MANSCO belonged to AE.

What cargo was the MANSCO carrying?

The MANSCO was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MANSCO?

The MANSCO had a tonnage of 478 tons.

What type of wreck is the MANSCO?

The MANSCO is classified as a motor vessel.

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