On 8/29/1998 , the vessel WINCHESTER (Official Number 331390) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF THE DOCK AT SOUTH EAST BIGHT, NFLD.,.

The vessel, with 0 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 1/5/1999 7. Weather at the time was reported as .

Vessel reported going aground while entering port at South East Bight. The vessel remained there for approximately 15 minutes, freed herself and secured to the dock. On Sept. 1,1998 an underwater survey confirmed there was no damage.