On 6/18/1989 , the vessel RIXTA OLDENDORFF (Official Number 708751) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in GATE 7, IROQUOIS LOCK, ST LAWRENCE SEAWAY, ONT,.

The vessel, with 24 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 12/8/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

VSL STRUCK THE CEMENT COPING GUARD AS SHE WAS EXITING THE LOCK Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89