On 1/8/2000 1, the vessel BONAVISTA (Official Number 731995) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ARGENTIA HARBOUR, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (NL).
The vessel, with 19 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 1/10/2000 . Weather at the time was reported as other with winds from the SSW at 47.00 knots.
On January 08, 2000 the vessel "BONAVISTA" ran aground while attempting to come alongside the wharf at Argentia, Nfld. The vessel was later refloated and secured to the dock. There was no pollution and no apparent damage. Divers to investigate.