Naftilos Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
| Status |
lifted
|
Naftilos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
21 27.467 N,39 8.933 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 21.457783
- Longitude: 39.148883
|
| Water Depth |
0 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
NAFTILOS |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Length |
88.3 m |
| Width |
13.4 m |
| Draught |
6.1 |
| Tonnage |
2492 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Apr 17, 1968
|
| Original Detection Year |
1968 |
| Last Detection Year |
1971 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 19, 2010 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck NAFTILOS is located off the coast of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in the Red Sea at coordinates 21 27.467 N, 39 8.933 E. Historically documented as having run aground, the vessel was noted for its distinct visibility and radar signature. Early reports described the wreck as a steel structure resting with a slight port list, heading 223.5 degrees. Although historical records suggest the vessel was eventually towed from its original grounding site near the main cargo wharf, these coordinates remain significant for navigational records and underwater obstruction data in the Red Sea region.
Surveying Details
H3179/60 29.9.68 DRIVEN ASHORE. (LL). H3179/60 29.9.68 STPA IN 212734N, 390854E. (W GERMAN NM 2729/68). - NM 1694/68. 12.2.70 STILL AGROUND. (LLOYDS, TELECON). H6259/68 16.6.70 REPORTED AS LYING WITH A SLIGHT LIST, VERY CONSPIC & GIVES GOOD RADAR ECHO IN 212728N, 390855E. (ROSTOCK NM 1065(2)/70). NCA. H6258/68 22.12.70 FIXED BY HSA/RADAR IN 212727.5N, 390854.5E. WK HEADING 223.5 WITH SLIGHT PORT LIST. (MS CHELKA, HN DTD 20.11.70). INS AS STF (FUNNEL). - NM 63/71. H6259/68 19.5.71 NOW IN 212728N, 390856E APPROX, BROKE ADRIFT ON 11/12.4 AND TOWED TO SAFE MOORING TO N OF MAIN CARGO WHARF. (MV LUCIGEN, HN 1/71). AMENDED TO LIFT. DELETE. - NM 801/71. H6259/68 7.11.75 REPORTED IN 212922N, 390950E. (ENCLOSURE TO LTR FROM BRITISH EMBASSY, JEDDAH, DTD 20.10.75). NCA.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1921. DRIVEN ASHORE BY A STRONG WIND. (LL).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
21 27.467 N,39 8.933 E
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FAQ
Where is the NAFTILOS wreck located?
The NAFTILOS wreck is located at coordinates 21 27.467 N,39 8.933 E.
When did the NAFTILOS sink?
The NAFTILOS sank on Apr 17, 1968.
When was the wreck of the NAFTILOS discovered?
The wreck of the NAFTILOS was discovered in 1968.
What was the tonnage of the NAFTILOS?
The NAFTILOS had a tonnage of 2492 tons.
What type of wreck is the NAFTILOS?
The NAFTILOS is classified as a steam ship.