On 8/31/1995 , the vessel MARINE COASTER (Official Number 318539) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in GRAND BRUIT, CHANCE ROCK, NEWFOUNDLAND,.

The vessel, with 5 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 9/18/1995 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 15.00 knots.

Machinery failure in narrow channel exiting Grand Bruit, Nfld. Grounded. Towed free and berthed. Rudders and propellors damaged.