On 12/22/1985, the vessel BARON BELHAVEN (Official Number 335587) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ILES DE LA MADELEINE-GRANDE ENTREE LAGOON,.
The vessel, with 24 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 7/27/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the W at 30.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED TWICE IN POOR VISIBILITY WHILE OUTBOUND. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-85