On 3/6/1989 1, the vessel ABITIBI ORINOCO (Official Number 4505) was involved in a collision - struck by vessel in 50 NM WEST OF STEPHENVILLE, NFLD,.

The vessel, with 14 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

STRUCK THE 'ABITIBI ORINOCO' WHILE BREAKING HER OUT OF BEING BESET Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/14/1989 .