On 3/1/1979 1, the vessel MARILIA (Official Number 6177) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in CANADA-EAST COAST-CABOT STRAIT,.

The vessel, with 39 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

SUSTAINED HOLE IN BOW DUE TO ICE CONDITIONS IN CABOT STRAIT.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 16.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/29/1979 .