On 10/6/1988 , the vessel ENERCHEM REFINER (Official Number 329353) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in EAST CHANNEL STRUCTURE 1, LAKE ERIE, US WATERS,.

The vessel, with 21 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 7/4/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 21.00 knots.

COURSE ALTERED TOO LATE, VSL STRUCK LIGHT STRUCTURE