On 9/30/1997 , the vessel CPSM-08 (Official Number 816880) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in PORT DE SEPT-ILES, QUE.,.

The vessel, with 0 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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/1/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SW at 28.00 knots.

Heavy weather caused the barge hoisted on her spuds to drift and subsequently ground. There was no pollution as a result of the accident.