On 11/22/1988, the vessel DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (Official Number 131113) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in NE DE L'ILE D'ANTICOSTI,GOLFE ST-LAURENT,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 7/20/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NNW at 40.00 knots.

Two drydock sections "strapped" together for tow. Whole unit known as "DUKE OF CONNAUGHT". Aft section split off tow at 0946(LT) 22/11/88. Fwd section parted tow at 1448(LT).Both sections later grounded off Iles de la Madeleine. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88