Shir Yib Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Shir yib Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 21.467 S,18 29.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.357783
  • Longitude: 18.498333
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHIR YIB
Type mobile crane
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 29, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.8.70 7.8.70 ST IN 342128S, 182954E AT DIAS BEACH NEAR CAPE POINT LT. (LL VOL.201). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 21, 2010

Circumstances of loss

DIESEL-ELECTRIC FLOATING CRANE IN TOW OF TUG BRITONIA. BROKE ADRIFT & GROUNDED AT DIAS BEACH NEAR CAPE POINT. PASSAGE VARNA FOR KUWAIT. 2 OF 4 CREWMAN LOST. (LL VOL.201)

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FAQ

Where is the SHIR YIB wreck located?

The SHIR YIB wreck is located at coordinates 34 21.467 S,18 29.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHIR YIB?

The seabed around the SHIR YIB lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the SHIR YIB sink?

The SHIR YIB sank on Jul 29, 1970.

When was the wreck of the SHIR YIB discovered?

The wreck of the SHIR YIB was discovered in 1970.

What type of wreck is the SHIR YIB?

The SHIR YIB is classified as a mobile crane.

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