On 8/12/1998 , the vessel JOANNE (Official Number 12345) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in ST-THOMAS-DE-KENT, N.B.,.

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 minor pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/31/1998 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the N at 53.00 knots.

Coast guard reported dredge belonging to Acadian Dredging sank while alongside during a storm. All vents and holes were plugged and the vessel refloated. There were no injuries. There was some pollution.