On 9/18/2001 , the vessel PYTHEAS (Official Number 8020745) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in DUNCAN DOCK, VILLE DE LA BAIE, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 24 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

While alongside at the Duncan wharf in Ville de La Baie, the PYTHEAS grounded at low tide. An underwater survey will be carried out today. Indicated depth 11.9m; draught 10.67m.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as NONE APPARENT

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/25/2001 .