Ocean Glory Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean glory Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 15 N,81 41 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.250000
  • Longitude: 81.683333
Water Depth 3400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN GLORY
Type steam ship
Flag LR
Length 141.4 m
Width 17.5 m
Draught 11.4
Tonnage 7427
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 4, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.7.71 SANK IN 121500N, 814100E. (LL 205). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1953 BY J REDHEAD & SONS, SOUTH SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY OCEAN GLORY NAV INC. PASSAGE BANDAR SHAHPOUR FOR VISAKHAPATNAM. DEVELOPED A LEAK IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND SANK. CREW OF 31 RECOVERED FROM LIFEBOATS. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN GLORY wreck located?

The OCEAN GLORY wreck is located at coordinates 12 15 N,81 41 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN GLORY?

The seabed around the OCEAN GLORY lies at approximately 3400 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN GLORY sink?

The OCEAN GLORY sank on Jul 4, 1971.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN GLORY discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN GLORY was discovered in 1971.

What country did the OCEAN GLORY belong to?

The OCEAN GLORY belonged to LR.

What cargo was the OCEAN GLORY carrying?

The OCEAN GLORY was carrying chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN GLORY?

The OCEAN GLORY had a tonnage of 7427 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN GLORY?

The OCEAN GLORY is classified as a steam ship.

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