On 1/13/1978 , the vessel QUINITSA (Official Number 383249) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in NANAIMO HARBOUR-B.C.,.

The vessel, with 6 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 IN FOG DUE TO FAULTY RADAR. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the N at 0.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/8/1978 1.