On 5/13/2000 , the vessel SEA VOYAGER II (Official Number 811394) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 14NM W OF CAPE NORMAN, STRAIT OF BELLE ISLE,.
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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/2/2000 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the W at 5.00 knots.
18.1M Fibreglass F/V with 5 POB holed by ice and taking on water. Ingress of water controlled using fixed pumps and 1 SAR pump provided by CCGA. Vessel excorted to Port Saunders by other F/V's.