Polux Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Polux Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 15 N,57 45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.250000
  • Longitude: 57.750000
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POLUX
Type dredger
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H4399/79 10.1.84 DREDGER TO BE SCUTTLED BY SULTAN OF OMAN'S NAVY IN 241500N, 574500E ON 7.12.83. (NAVAREA IX 366/83). IN APPROX 1000 MTRS. NCA. SEP 2015/000019046 23.2.15 WK PA IN 2415.0N, 5745.0E [WGD]. (OMANI WKS LIST 2015). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 16, 2025

Circumstances of loss

10.8.83 STRANDED & SUBSEQUENTLY SANK OFF MUSCAT 10.8.83 AFTER HEAVY WEATHER DAMAGE. RAISED ON NOV 30 & DELIBERATELY SUNK 8.12.83 OFF WUDAM, OMAN. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the POLUX wreck located?

The POLUX wreck is located at coordinates 24 15 N,57 45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the POLUX?

The seabed around the POLUX lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the POLUX sink?

The POLUX sank on Dec 7, 1983.

When was the wreck of the POLUX discovered?

The wreck of the POLUX was discovered in 1983.

What country did the POLUX belong to?

The POLUX belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the POLUX?

The POLUX is classified as a dredger.

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