On 7/15/1993 , the vessel FEDERAL MACKENZIE (Official Number 231726) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in REGION DE CONTRECOEUR, FLEUVE 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/25/1994 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 10.00 knots.

While upbound in the St. Lawrence River, the laden bulk carrier "FEDERAL MACKENZIE" grounded on the south side of the Verchères-Contrecoeur Channel, Quebec. There was no apparent damage to the vessel and there were no injuries.

The Board determined that the "FEDERAL MACKENZIE" grounded because of a loss of propulsion which, in turn, resulted in a loss of steering. The loss of propulsion was caused by the fuel control lever becoming displaced due to the vibration of the vessel while transiting a shallow channel.