On 8/18/1987 , the vessel REPAP ENTERPRISE (Official Number 7993) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in NEAR OAK POINT, MIRAMICHI RIVER, N.B.,.
The vessel, with 22 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 7/7/1988 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the W at 21.00 knots.
VESSEL COURSE ALTERED IN NARROW CHANNEL AT INCORRECT POSITION