On 6/29/2003 , the vessel MAJOR EXPENSE (Official Number 822997) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in PETIT-DE-GRAS HARBOUR, NOVA SCOTIA,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

The F/V "MAJOR EXPENSE" with 3 POB was reported aground in Petit-de-Gras Harbour. Vessel hoping to free itself with the rising tide. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/4/2003 8.