On 12/14/1996, the vessel AYANE (Official Number 19895) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ANCRAGE DE SOREL, QUE.,.

The vessel, with 26 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 1/20/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the NE at 2.00 knots.

After raising her anchor and manoeuvring to depart the harbour the stern of the vessel grounded on the side of the channel. The vessel was refloated with tugs and is undergoing an underwater survey to assess damage (none apparent so far).