On 9/16/1988 , the vessel SOUTHGATE (Official Number 7524) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 7 CABLES A L'EST DE SAULT-AU-COCHON,QUE.,.
The vessel, with 20 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 6/8/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL GROUNDED DUE TO A POWER FAILURE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88