On 12/2/2020 , the vessel HARVEST SPIRIT (Official Number 844072) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Amherstburg, ON, ONTARIO (ON).

The vessel, with 18 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

On 02 December 2020, the general cargo vessel "HARVEST SPIRIT" ran aground in Livingstone Channel in the Detroit River off Amherstburg, ON, following a main engine failure. The vessel dropped its stern anchor to hold position while awaiting tug assistance, and the vessel was subsequently refloated on 03 December at 2200.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/2/2020 .