Raiyan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Raiyan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
25 18 N,51 33.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.300000
  • Longitude: 51.558333
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RAIYAN
Type tug
Flag QA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.8.74 5.8.74 SANK IN 251800N, 513330E APPROX, OFF NO.4 JETTY BERTH, DOHA JETTY.(LL VOL.217). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 17.3.86 17.3.86 NOT SHOWN ON NC 3786 [EDN 1982]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 10, 2009

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED IN 30FT OF WATER, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TOW MV CITY OF HULL FROM NO.4 BERTH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE GOVERMENT OF QATAR. (LL VOL.217)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 25 18 N,51 33.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the RAIYAN wreck located?

The RAIYAN wreck is located at coordinates 25 18 N,51 33.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RAIYAN?

The seabed around the RAIYAN lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the RAIYAN sink?

The RAIYAN sank on Jul 30, 1974.

When was the wreck of the RAIYAN discovered?

The wreck of the RAIYAN was discovered in 1974.

What country did the RAIYAN belong to?

The RAIYAN belonged to QA.

What type of wreck is the RAIYAN?

The RAIYAN is classified as a tug.