On 9/12/1988 , the vessel OLD PAL III (Official Number 392656) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 7.6 NM OFF PORT MOUTON,N.S,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

VSL GROUNDED ENROUTE PORT MOUTON Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88. 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 6/8/1989 1.