On 12/17/1997, the vessel SPINDRIFT (Official Number 815532) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SYDNEY HARBOUR NS,.

The vessel, with 4 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 12/12/1997. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 6.00 knots.

Vessel reported grounding/striking a sand bar at North Sydney in Cape Breton.