On 4/1/1987 1, the vessel L'OISEAU BLEU (Official Number 371461) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ENTREE A NEWPORT, QUE,.
The vessel, with 7 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 10/5/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the ESE at 7.00 knots.
F/V WENT AGROUND DEPARTING NEWPORT HBR Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87