On 9/13/1989 , the vessel LA MERLUCHE (Official Number 808083) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in CAYES DE L'EST,BAIE DE LA BOULE,SEPT-ILES,QUE.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

VSL GROUNDED ON A SHOAL IN AN UNFAMILIAR AREA Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 5.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/21/1989.