On 12/7/2002 , the vessel NORMAN MCLEOD (Official Number 822829) was involved in a bottom contact in EAST OF ILE HAMILTON, SEAWAY, QUEBEC (QC).

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/9/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 25.00 knots.

While proceeding downbound the barge "NORMAN MCLEOD" towed by the "EVERLAST" made contact with the bottom. There was neither pollution nor ingress of water noted.