On 4/16/2008 , the vessel MARINE PRINCESS (Official Number 827549) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in NL., EAST OF CAPE BONNAVISTA, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (NL).
The vessel, with 8 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 4/17/2008 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
On 15 April 2008, sealing V/L MARINE PRINCESS reported taking on water and required ice breaker assistance to get back to port.