On 3/7/1990 1, the vessel ISLAND GEM (Official Number 8855) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 30 NM NNE OF SYDNEY, CAPE BRETON ISLAND, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 18 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

VSL SUSTAINED ICE DAMAGE WHILE PROCEEDING THROUGH CABOT STRAIT Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-90. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/30/1990 .