On 12/18/2017, the vessel GOLDEN OPAL (Official Number 7400) was involved in a risk of collision (near collision) - risk of being struck in Les Escoumins, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 20 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 18 December 2017, the bulk carrier "GOLDEN OPAL" while at anchor off Les Escoumins, QC, reported a close quarters situation with the bulk carrier "MOTTLER". The 2 vessels came within 100 meters of each of other. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WNW at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/19/2017.