On 4/11/2009 , the vessel SICHEM HONG KONG (Official Number 393565) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in PORT DE GRANDE-ANSE, QC, QUEBEC (QC).
The vessel, with 19 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 4/29/2009 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 12.00 knots.
On 11 April 2009, the bulk carrier "SICHEM HONG KONG" struck the wharf when berthing at Grande -Anse Marine Terminal, Quebec. Ship's starboard anchor was fractured and fell into the water. The wharf sustained considerable damages.