Mareb Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Mareb Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 18 N,42 40.01 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.300000
  • Longitude: 42.666833
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAREB
Type tug
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 4, 1978
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.5.78 15.5.78 SUNK APPROX 100MTRS OFF QUAY. STATED TO BE 30MTRS BELOW SURFACE. (LLOYDS VOLS.232 & 233). NCA. POSN 151800N, 424000E FOR FILING ONLY. 14.7.78 14.7.78 VESSEL STILL LIES SUNK. (LL, 20.6.78).
Last Amended Date Apr 12, 2003

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK WHILST UNLOADING BULK CARRIER AT AS SALIF, RED SEA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 18 N,42 40.01 E
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FAQ

Where is the MAREB wreck located?

The MAREB wreck is located at coordinates 15 18 N,42 40.01 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAREB?

The seabed around the MAREB lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the MAREB sink?

The MAREB sank on Feb 4, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MAREB discovered?

The wreck of the MAREB was discovered in 1978.

What was the tonnage of the MAREB?

The MAREB had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAREB?

The MAREB is classified as a tug.

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