Najd Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Najd Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 28 N,39 9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.466667
  • Longitude: 39.150000
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAJD
Type carrier
Flag SA
Length 110.6 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 3199
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 27, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.9.75 CAPSIZED & SANK AT JEDDAH. (LL, 2.9.75) POSN 212800N, 390900E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000164920 5.10.16 NOT SHOWN ON SAUDI ARABIAN 1111. [DTD 23.6.15]. AMEND DEAD. CINC.NO SHOWN ON BA 2577 - CINC REMOVED.
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2016

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE & SANK AT JEDDAH. (CASUALTY RETURN TO 1/75). 2.9.75 NAJD HAD CARGO FIRE & EXPLOSION ON BOARD. VESSEL WAS ASSISTED & BEACHED, BUT CAPSIZED. (LL, 2.9.75) VESSEL, BUILT 1950, WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MOHAMED ABUBAKUR BAKHASHAB. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the NAJD wreck located?

The NAJD wreck is located at coordinates 21 28 N,39 9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAJD?

The seabed around the NAJD lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the NAJD sink?

The NAJD sank on Jun 27, 1974.

When was the wreck of the NAJD discovered?

The wreck of the NAJD was discovered in 1974.

What country did the NAJD belong to?

The NAJD belonged to SA.

What was the tonnage of the NAJD?

The NAJD had a tonnage of 3199 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAJD?

The NAJD is classified as a carrier.

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