Moon Light (Probably) 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
Moon light (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 54.492 N,7 46.65 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.908200
  • Longitude: 7.777500
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag LB
Length 79.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4.9
Orientation 45
Tonnage 1384
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2296/84 30.9.87 WK, WHICH NEVER COVERS, IN 365429N, 074644E. LYING NE/SW PARALLEL TO QUAY. LENGTH 85MTRS. (BREST NM 87/35/23). CHART AS STF. - NM 3183/87. H2296/84 5.11.87 SMIT TAK INTERNATIONAL SALVAGE CO. CONTRACTED TO REMOVE WK OF LEBANESE MV 'MOON LIGHT' FROM ALONGSIDE QUAY AT ANNABA, WHERE SHE HAS BEEN AGROUND WITH 30DEG STBD LIST & HOLED SINCE APRIL 1985. SCUTTLED IN AREA DESIGNATED BY LOCAL AUTHORITY ON 13.11.87. (LLOYDS VOL.270). NCA YET. HH408/510/02 28.4.01 NOT SHOWN ON ALGERIAN 105 [1993 EDN REC'D 21.3.2001]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 2210/01.
Last Amended Date Apr 28, 2001
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 54.492 N,7 46.65 E
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FAQ

Where is the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 36 54.492 N,7 46.65 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1987.

What country did the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) belong to?

The MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) belonged to LB.

What cargo was the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) carrying?

The MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY)?

The MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1384 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY)?

The MOON LIGHT (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.