On 4/20/1991 , the vessel HVITANES (Official Number 811498) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in HARBOUR GRACE, CONCEPTION BAY, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 9 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 9/22/1992 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the NE at 11.00 knots.
GROUNDED ON SANDBAR WHILE ENTERING PORT IN ICE AND FOG.