Saudi Sun Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Saudi sun Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
21 28.6 N,39 8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.476667
  • Longitude: 39.133333
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAUDI SUN
Type motor vessel
Flag SA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 9, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3903/78 18.5.81 BEACHED 4.5M FROM INNER GATEWAY, JEDDAH. PORT SIDE OPEN TO THE SEA. (LL, 12, 13 & 14.5.81). H3903/78 4.6.81 REPORTED BEACHED IN 212642N, 390626E. (SPA NM A018 DTD 22.5.81) H3903/78 4.6.81 REPORTED IN 212836N, 390800E. AGROUND ON FLAT CORAL REEF. SALVAGE WORK IN HAND. (LL, 19 & 27.5.81). 9.6.81 REFLOATED AND SOLD FOR SCRAP. (LL, 8.6.81) AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Sep 16, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BEACHED FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH MV FIDES. BEACHED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SAUDI SUN wreck located?

The SAUDI SUN wreck is located at coordinates 21 28.6 N,39 8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAUDI SUN?

The seabed around the SAUDI SUN lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the SAUDI SUN sink?

The SAUDI SUN sank on May 9, 1981.

When was the wreck of the SAUDI SUN discovered?

The wreck of the SAUDI SUN was discovered in 1981.

What country did the SAUDI SUN belong to?

The SAUDI SUN belonged to SA.

What type of wreck is the SAUDI SUN?

The SAUDI SUN is classified as a motor vessel.