On 9/16/2009 , the vessel SYLVIA NO. 7 (Official Number 177810) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in RIVIERE-AU-TONNERRE, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 2 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/17/2009 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 5.00 knots.

On 16 September 2009, the tug "SYLVIA NO. 7" and the barge "MYSTIC" ran aground near Rivière-au-Tonnerre wharf. The tug refloated itself about 45 minutes later but attemps were unsuccesfull for the barge. There were no injuries or pollution reported.