On 2/11/1985 , the vessel ORIENT PIONEER (Official Number 6773) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in E COAST-BETWEEN CABOT STRAIT & PORT CARTIER,.

The vessel, with 30 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

DAMAGED FORE & AFT BKHD OF #6 HOLD IN ICE IN CABOT STRAIT. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/2/1985 1.