On 10/16/2009, the vessel START ME UP (Official Number 817876) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF NORTH LAKE HARBOUR, PEI,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 16 October 2009, the F/V "START ME UP" with 2 POB was reported aground. Crew abandoned and safely made it to shore.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the ESE at 40.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/19/2009.