On 5/5/1997 1, the vessel BLUE WAVE III (Official Number 346164) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in LOCKPORTE HARBOUR, NOVA SCOTIA.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Vessel grounded due to mechanical failure. Reported to be holes along the keel. Construction company lifted vessel out of water and placed it on a flat-bed.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/5/1997 3.