On 8/15/2003 , the vessel LE NORD D'EST V (Official Number 819805) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in BAIE DE SHIPPEGAN, NEW BRUNSWICK,.

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 6/11/2004 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

The small passenger vessel "LE NORD L'EST V" with 13 POB was reported aground in the Baie de Shippegan. Vessel was subsequently refloated on the high tide without further incident.