Sabia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sabia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		61 5 N,7 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.083333
  • Longitude: 7.833333
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SABIA
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 264
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 20, 1976
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck SABIA located at coordinates 61 05 N, 07 50 E near the coast of Norway in the Norwegian Sea initially reported as a vessel sunk in general depths of 130 meters near Sogneuksen light with subsequent position updates noting record amendments

Surveying Details

14.11.77 14.11.77 VESSEL SUNK 280DEGS, 370MTRS FROM SOGNEUKSEN LT IN GEN DEPTHS 130MTRS. (LL, 3 & 14.11.77) - NCA, POSN 610500N, 075000E FOR FILING ONLY. 22.3.99 22.3.99 ABOVE POSN INCORRECT - SOGNESNEUKSEN LT IS IN 6057.00N, 0446.00E APPROX SEE WK RECORD NO. 34307 - AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

14.11.77 REPORTEDLY CAPSIZED AND SANK FOOLOWING A LEAK, IN SOGNEFJORD, OFF SOGNEUKSEN LT. A TOTAL LOSS, SALVAGE NOTECONOMICAL. (LL, 3 & 14.11.77)

General Comments

RECORDED POSN INCORRECT PLOTS ON LAND - SEE 34307

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 61 5 N,7 50 E
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FAQ

Where is the SABIA wreck located?

The SABIA wreck is located at coordinates 61 5 N,7 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SABIA?

The seabed around the SABIA lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the SABIA sink?

The SABIA sank on Dec 20, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SABIA discovered?

The wreck of the SABIA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SABIA belong to?

The SABIA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the SABIA carrying?

The SABIA was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SABIA?

The SABIA had a tonnage of 264 tons.

What type of wreck is the SABIA?

The SABIA is classified as a motor vessel.

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