On 9/20/1989 , the vessel DAMODAR KAVERI (Official Number 1572) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in ENROUTE SYDNEY HARBOUR, NS,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

VSL DISCOVERED A CRACK IN HER STBD SEA CHEST, REPAIRED AT SYDNEY, NS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/28/1990 .