On 12/6/1996 , the vessel GOLDEN CONDOR (Official Number 10042) was involved in a bottom contact in PORT OF QUEBEC, QUE.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/9/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NNE at 60.00 knots.

While manoeuvring to give shelter to pilot boat during change of pilot in the Port of Quebec, the vessel may have touched bottom. Preliminary inspection reveals no apparent damage.