On 11/13/1986, the vessel NEW TOPAZ (Official Number 7641) was involved in a risk of striking (near allision) - risk of allision with a fixed object (striking - includes vessels) in NW OF SABLE ISLAND,.

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 3/17/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the NW at 24.00 knots.

VSL TOOK EVASIVE ACTION TO AVOID "NEW TOPAZ" Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1