On 9/13/2002 , the vessel WILLIAM MOIR - 320790 (Official Number 320790) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 3.3 NM ESE OF BADDECK, NOVA SCOTIA,.

The vessel, with 8 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 9/16/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the SW at 25.00 knots.

The tour vessel S/V "WILLIAM MOIR" with 8 POB was reported to have run aground off Kempt Head, Bras d'Or Lake. Passengers and crew were removed by the CCGC Spindrift. Vessel subsequently freed from the shoal and secured at Baddeck, NS.