On 9/8/1985 1, the vessel MARINE NAUTICA (Official Number 372963) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in E COAST-S NFLD-CABOT STR-CHL-PORT AUX BASQUES,.
The vessel, with 68 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 10/17/1985. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 6.00 knots.
BOWTHRUSTER FAILED WHILE DOCKING-STRUCK FERRY TERMINAL WHARF. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1