On 5/15/2006 , the vessel HOLLAND MAAS CARAIBES (Official Number 2999) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SOREL, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 12 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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/25/2006 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 15.00 knots.

On 15 2006, the vessel Holland Maas Caraibes went aground near buoy S-154, St. Lawrence River, near Sorel, Quebec. The vessel was refloated one hour later with the assistance of two tugs.