On 12/3/1991 , the vessel ALBONICA (Official Number 709066) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in LOCK 2, WELLAND CANAL, ONT.,.
The vessel, with 31 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 12/30/1991. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.
MANOEUVRING IN WIND GUST, VSL BECAME UNMANAGEABLE & STRUCK LOCK Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-91