On 1/6/1986 1, the vessel HELIOS (Official Number 1985) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in E COAST-GULF ST LAWRENC-MIRAMICHI RIV-BUOY M13,.
The vessel, with 16 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 6/12/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WSW at 35.00 knots.
VSL FORCED ON SHOAL BY WIND & ICE FLOE WHEN ALTERING COURSE.