On 7/7/1987 1, the vessel GEOPOTES X (Official Number 340231) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in TUKTOYAKTUK ENTRANCE CHANNEL, N.W.T.,.
The vessel, with 32 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 8/6/1987 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 5.00 knots.
GROUNDED DUE TO UNEXPECTEDLY LOW WATER LEVEL- 'ARCTIC IVIK' ASSISTED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87