On 11/27/1988, the vessel BURIN BAY (Official Number 329052) was involved in a collision - struck by vessel in ALONGSIDE PIER #1, ST. JOHN'S HARBOUR, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 3 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 5/12/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the NE at 30.00 knots.
VSL STRUCK BY THE '601' AS HER MOORING LINES PARTED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88