On 5/17/1990 , the vessel ISTRIAN EXPRESS (Official Number 498) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in OFF BAIE VERDE, NFLD,.

The vessel, with 26 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

VESSEL SUSTAINED HULL DAMAGE WHILE PROCEEDING THROUGH HEAVY ICE Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-90. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/12/1991 .