On 4/23/1989 , the vessel GREAT WHITE II (Official Number 804568) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF SHIPPEGAN, N.B.,.
The vessel, with 5 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 6/12/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NE at 25.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED AS ICE FORCED THE MASTER TO NAVIGATE OUT OF THE CHANNEL Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89