Beaumont Hamel
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The 52 meter long r0-ro ferry Beaumont Hamel allided with the dock at Portugal Cove, Newfoundland, Canada. The ferry had completed a crossing from Bell Island with around 100 persons on board when it struck the dock. The ferry suffered a significant dent on the bow door. Two passengers suffered injuries and was taken to hospital. Authorities are conducting an investigation into the incident. Initial reports state the Beaumont Hamel had suffered a mechanical failure when it attempted to slow its approach to the dock by reversing the propulsion.
