Zam Zam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Zam zam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 2 N,49 45.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.033333
  • Longitude: 49.755000
Water Depth 2011 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZAM ZAM
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Length 75.3 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1663
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 9, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the vessel ZAM ZAM is located at the coordinates 12 02.000 N, 49 45.300 E in the Gulf of Aden near the coast of Somalia. The wreckage site, officially documented by the UK Hydrographic Office, marks the position where the ship sank on July 9, 1993. This underwater obstruction sits at an approximate depth in this maritime region and remains a point of interest for nautical charting and navigational safety. Mariners navigating near the Horn of Africa should be aware of this historical wreck site located at these precise geographical coordinates.

Surveying Details

HH483/400/01 27.7.93 ABANDONED IN 120048N, 494530E, APPROX. (LL 16.7.93). NCA. HH483/400/01 9.8.93 SANK 9.7.93 IN 120200N, 494518E, APPROX. (MV 'NEPTUNE ALMANDINE', HN DTD 12.7.93). NFA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

EX-MEERA '92, EX-ATHLOS IV '89, EX-NORDGARD '81, EX-CANOPUS '79. BUILT 1966 BY OY LAIVATEOLLISUUS AB, TURKU. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ATRIUM INVESTMENT CORP. PASSAGE FROM DJIBOUTI FOR MOGADISCIO. HAD ENGINE BREAKDOWN IN HEAVY WEATHER. TOOK ON HEAVY LIST & WAS ABANDONED BY CREW. LAST SEEN WITH ABOUT 1FT FREEBOARD, ADRIFT & SINKING SLOWLY. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ZAM ZAM wreck located?

The ZAM ZAM wreck is located at coordinates 12 2 N,49 45.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZAM ZAM?

The seabed around the ZAM ZAM lies at approximately 2011 meters deep.

When did the ZAM ZAM sink?

The ZAM ZAM sank on Jul 9, 1993.

When was the wreck of the ZAM ZAM discovered?

The wreck of the ZAM ZAM was discovered in 1993.

What country did the ZAM ZAM belong to?

The ZAM ZAM belonged to VC.

What cargo was the ZAM ZAM carrying?

The ZAM ZAM was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ZAM ZAM?

The ZAM ZAM had a tonnage of 1663 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZAM ZAM?

The ZAM ZAM is classified as a motor vessel.

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