On 11/16/1982, the vessel ORIENT VENTURE (Official Number 6841) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ST LAWRENCE RIVER-NEAR BUOY Q42,.
The vessel, with 28 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/27/1983 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 6.00 knots.
DIRTY GENERATOR FILTERS CAUSED BLACKOUT LEADING TO GROUNDING.