On 3/18/1986 , the vessel BENRIC (Official Number 329023) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in PORT BICKERTON HBR, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 4 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/13/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at knots.
F/V GROUNDED ON EXITING HBR WITHOUT ECHOSOUNDER OR RADAR BEING USED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1