On 1/7/1991 1, the vessel DON CADEGAN (Official Number 393018) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in GLACE BAY HARBOUR ENTRANCE, C.B.I., N.S.,.
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 4/10/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NW at 20.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED APPROACHING THE HARBOUR ENTRANCE IN REDUCED VISIBILITY