On 3/3/1990 1, the vessel HOEGH DUKE (Official Number 705628) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in PIER 31, HALIFAX HARBOUR, N.S.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/10/1990 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 2.00 knots.
TWO BALES OF RUBBER SLIPPED FROM THE SLING, BURYING A LONGSHOREMAN Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-90