On 5/29/1988 , the vessel NOVSEA II (Official Number 708343) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in EN AMONT DE LA BOUEE D-40,GRONDINES,QUEBEC,.
The vessel, with 25 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 7/7/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the W at 5.00 knots.
GROUNDING DUE TO STEERING FAILURE AT FULL SPEED